Here's What You Need To Know About The Debate Over Entitlement Reform

A fundamental issue in Washington is the debate over reforming “entitlement” programs like Social Security and Medicare.

Deficit hawks are interested in cutting the amount of money that goes to these programs over time to ensure they remain solvent. Still, this issue is extremely difficult to approach because it has traditionally been a political landmine.

Here’s what you need to know:

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