[JoeV1]

I must have missed it in the AARP's condemnation of the Bush plan but isn't this all voluntary? Why on earth are those 2 folks quoted in the beginning of this story so worried? They wouldn't be able to become part of the new program anyway.

[lancer]

You hit the nail on the head. This is a non-problem for the seniors (who whine very much like juniors). If we take the same route as Chile, the American retired person in 20 years will be a LOT better off than today's retiree. Check it out here.

[ThinkDifferent]

I must have missed it in the AARP's condemnation of the Bush plan but isn't this all voluntary?

Yes, and benefits to current recipients are unaffected. The leftist AARP leaders know this full well and are lying through their teeth to scare their members.

[qam1]

I must have missed it in the AARP's condemnation of the Bush plan but isn't this all voluntary?

See..

THE AARP DECLARES WAR ON YOUNGER AMERICANS
&
“Young People Be Damned!”(Reactionary AARP)

Why on earth are those 2 folks quoted in the beginning of this story so worried? They wouldn't be able to become part of the new program anyway.

Propaganda, ignorance and greed, It's sure not concern for their kids & grandkids.