Summary of publication

In 2015, about 60 million people received a Social Security benefit.

Another 24 percent receive at least half but less than 90 percent of their family income from Social Security.

In 2012, Social Security kept almost a third of older Americans out of poverty.

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How Do Americans View Social Security?

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Family and friends sitting at a dining table, looking at camera

Medicare Health Insurance Card. Social Security Card with Stethoscope and pen

Social Security cards

Senior women and her granddaughter talking in living room