Mostly Economics Podcast #7 - Defending Social Security with Nancy Altman

Social Security has lifted millions of seniors out of poverty, but it's under attack. In our latest episode, Dean Baker sits down with Nancy Altman, who's spent 50 years defending this critical program. Nancy cuts through the political noise to reveal what's really happening: how interference in the Social Security Administration puts our data at risk, why the system is actually incredibly efficient, and how fraud claims are being weaponized to undermine public trust. This isn't just about retirees. Social Security affects every working American, and the threats Nancy and Dean discuss could impact your future benefits. They make the case for why we need to strengthen - not weaken - this essential safety net. Follow Dean Baker on: X / @DeanBaker13 Bluesky / @deanbaker13.bsky.social Follow Center for Economic and Policy Research on: X | IG | FB / @ceprdc Bluesky / @ceprdc.bsky.social