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The Social Security trust fund is running out, and yet it's not a top campaign issue

The Social Security trust fund is running out, and yet it's not a top campaign issue
NPR News Friday 28 August 2026, 09:00 UTC By Ashley Lopez 1 min read
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Limited public discussion of the trust fund's shortfall has experts worried that most Americans don't fully understand the problems Social Security faces — let alone be able to weigh in on solutions.(Image credit: Bryan Dozier)

Limited public discussion of the trust fund's shortfall has experts worried that most Americans don't fully understand the problems Social Security faces — let alone be able to weigh in on solutions.

(Image credit: Bryan Dozier)

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