Social Security Turns 90

En español | The program that transformed aging in America reaches a milestone this year. Explore how it started, where it's headed, and why fighting for it is as important as ever.

Fighting for Social Security

5 Ways AARP Is Fighting for Social Security

AARP is tracking new SSA initiatives and taking action when needed

Social Security Drops Proposed Phone Restrictions

ID-proofing rule would have sent millions to SSA offices for routine tasks

Don’t Privatize Social Security, AARP Says

We condemn a U.S. official’s comment on a “back door” way to privatization

Americans Rely on These Sacred Promises

Urgent action is needed to protect Social Security and Medicare

Social Security News & History

Social Security Equals Independence for This Retiree

Financial stability and independent living found at 87

Nine Digits That Changed America’s Identity

How the Social Security number became the bulwark of our financial lives

How Social Security Safeguards Older Women

As the nation’s workforce became more diverse, the program evolved

How Social Security and Medicare Changed Aging

Historic programs transformed the financial and health care landscape

Key Moments in the History of Social Security

Popular program marks 89th anniversary in 2024

These 7 Americans Depend on Social Security

Caregiving, health emergencies, business woes derailed their plans

The New Tax Deduction for Older Adults

Who qualifies? How much is it? We answer key questions.

Social Security Trust Fund Shortfall Could Arrive in 2034

Benefits would be reduced unless Congress acts

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AARP CEO Marks Social Security’s 90th

Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan, AARP's CEO celebrates Social Security’s 90-year legacy, vows fight for its future

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AARP’s Key Fights for Social Security

Bill Sweeney, AARP senior vice president, describes times when AARP stood up to strengthen the program

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Social Security Protects This Family’s Future

After 45 years' work, Phyllis Bermudez depends on her Social Security payments, hopes her daughter can, too

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Part-Time Teacher Depends on the Program

Leeza Burton still works part-time as a substitute teacher while depending on Social Security for part of her income

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Recipient Never Forgot First FICA Deduction

At 70, Verel Johnson lives off Social Security and remembers learning this deduction would support her future

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A man sitting with text that reads "social security is an integral part of my income."

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Worker's First Job Made Social Security Real

Steven Porter has contributed to Social Security since his first job. Now it helps with essentials in retirement

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Cancer Survivor Needed Her Benefits Early

Leila Gibson-Green's Social Security payments help her fight cancer and hope for more time with her grandkids

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This CPA Counted on Social Security to Retire

Tom Mueller based his retirement plan on Social Security. Now the checks help him, his wife enjoy the life they planned

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Her 401(k) Tanked in 2008 Great Recession

Debbie Haupt left work to care for her husband then lost half her 401(k). She now lives entirely on Social Security

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AARP CEO Marks 60th Anniversary of Medicare

Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan shares how AARP helped to create Medicare, why the fight to protect it continues today

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This Grandmother Relies on Social Security

Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan visits Marylyn Jones to discuss Social Security’s effect on her life

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a person with the words without social security we would have no income

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Social Security Is My Caregiving Lifeline

Social Security allows Suzanne Leedy to be a full-time caregiver to her wife, who has multiple sclerosis and dementia

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AARP CEO on Social Security’s 90-Year Legacy

As Social Security turns 90, Dr. Myechia Minter-Jordan reflects on the need to protect it for future generations

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How Agency’s Customer Service is Changing

Stephen Richardson, retired Social Security administrator, explains how all the changes will affect you.

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Inside AARP’s Fight for Social Security

Walk with Bill Sweeney, AARP senior vice president, as he brings members’ concerns straight to Congress

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In Their Own Words: Americans Depend on Social Security

Americans Trust Social Security Will Be There

People nationwide share stories of Social Security’s impact: 90 years of support and dignity in retirement.

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