Scott Kleeb on Social Security Democratic Challenger

Supports COLA reform and Notch reform

A: Yes.

Q: The Senior Citizens League members are to a large extent Notch babies--those individuals who receive lower Social Security benefits because they were born in the years 1917 and immediately thereafter. Do you support Notch Reform?

A: Yes.

Privatization only serves Wall Street, not Main Street

A: The Social Security program was intended to be a public service for those who built this great nation. Privatization of this program only serves Wall Street, not Main Street--and it certainly does not serve America's seniors. I will support and advocate for Social Security reform that is both comprehensive and preserves the long-term solvency of the program so today's seniors--and tomorrow's--receive the benefits they deserve.

Strengthen, not privatize, Social Security

Scott Kleeb strongly believes that we have an obligation to safeguard Social Security so that it remains a viable safety net for Americans retiring today, 10 years from now, 50 years from now, and beyond. Scott will:
• Strengthen, not privatize, Social Security. Scott Kleeb knows that the Social Security program began as a public service for those who built this great nation. Privatization of this program serves Wall Street, not Main Street--and it certainly does not serve America's seniors. Scott will work across the aisle to strengthen Social Security.
• Ensure SSA offices remain open. Access to Social Security Administration (SSA) field offices is critical for seniors to get the assistance they need to access much-needed benefits. But budget cuts have led to SSA office closures that force seniors to travel longer distances for service. Scott Kleeb will make sure seniors have access to the resources they need to get the benefits they have earned.

Don't divert payroll taxes to private accounts

I believe we must Support Our Nebraska Seniors. So I...
• Pledge to preserve Social Security by fighting efforts to divert Social Security payroll taxes to private accounts
• Pledge to allow Medicare to negotiate with pharmaceutical companies for lower prescription drug costs