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Issue Position: Social Security

Issue Position

Issues: Senior Citizens Entitlements and the Safety Net

There is no clearer contrast among Governor Crist and his opponents than on this issue. Governor Crist is the only candidate standing firmly with Florida's seniors to protect social security as Americans know it today. Marco Rubio is on record in support of raising the age of eligibility as well as restructuring the formula for increasing benefits to account for inflation. Kendrick Meek has punted entirely on this issue and says Congress should refer it to a commission. The last time there was a commission was 1983 and as a result of its actions, the eligibility age was increased.

Governor Crist is steadfast in his opposition to increasing the eligibility age or restructuring the formula for determining benefits. Florida's seniors have come to rely on this critical program, and Governor Crist pledges to do everything in his power to protect it once in the U.S. Senate.


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