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A 1987 idea could have saved Social Security

Debate intensifies over Social Security solvency as analysts revisit a 1987 policy proposal to adjust cost-of-living adjustments.

By · Published July 25, 2026  12:56 UTC · Updated July 25, 2026  14:36 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Debate intensifies over Social Security solvency as analysts revisit a 1987 policy proposal to adjust cost-of-living adjustments.
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Discussions regarding the solvency of Social Security have gained momentum, specifically centered on a proposal for a flat-rate cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) originally introduced in 1987. Coverage highlights the potential impact on retirement planning, with reports suggesting that newly retired couples could face a loss of $16,900 per year by 2033.

Outlets including NewsNation, Barron's, The Washington Post, and The Heritage Foundation are analyzing the situation through varied lenses, ranging from potential tax hikes to benefit cuts. The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget and thestreet.com have specifically examined the viability of the flat-rate COLA model as a mechanism to address the program's long-term funding challenges.

Future developments remain dependent on legislative action or policy shifts regarding benefit calculations. Coverage does not yet specify whether the 1987 proposal will be formally introduced for consideration, nor does it confirm if tax adjustments will be implemented to offset projected losses for retirees.

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What is the 1987 proposal under discussion?

Coverage identifies it as a flat-rate cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) aimed at stabilizing Social Security funding.

What is the projected financial impact on retirees?

According to The Spokesman-Review, newly retired couples could potentially lose $16,900 annually by 2033.

Are there opposing views on how to fix Social Security?

Yes. Coverage from The Heritage Foundation characterizes potential tax hikes as a poor approach, while other sources weigh the pros and cons of benefit cuts versus structural reforms.

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