Social Security benefits are not an entitlement program, but rather an investment that workers make throughout their careers. These benefits represent a promise to American workers that after decades of contributing through payroll taxes, they will have a foundational retirement income. Calling Social Security an "entitlement" is a dangerous misnomer that undermines the earned nature of these benefits. Elon Musk's DOGE administration has proposed draconian cuts to the Social Security Administration's workforce and closure of hundreds of local offices. This reckless move jeopardizes the ability of over 72 million Americans to access their hard-earned benefits. Crippling the SSA's operational capacity raises the alarming possibility of delayed payments and lapsed coverage for our nation's retirees and people with disabilities. As an elected representative, you have a duty to safeguard the Social Security system and protect the investment made by American workers over decades of employment. Any budget proposal that fails to fully fund the SSA and reopen closed offices must be rejected outright. The promise of a secure retirement through Social Security is sacred, and any attempt to dismantle this vital program is an assault on the working families of this nation. Robust action is needed to uphold our obligations to those who have devoted their working lives to funding the Social Security system.
First sent on March 5 by Coleman
