[maica]

It would cut workers’ share of Social Security taxes by nearly one-third for 2011.

It is very discouraging to hear how many commentators have been calling this "2%" cut "a small amount." I just have to keep from crying or tearing my hair out.

As I recall, when President Bush floated the idea of "2%" of FICA into private control for younger workers, it was hailed as impossible - doom for Social Security.

[Son House]

when President Bush floated the idea of "2%" of FICA into private control for younger workers, it was hailed as impossible - doom for Social Security.

Good point!