I’m in a discussion on another board, and a person has claimed that:
- the US’s social security/welfare system is widening the gap between the rich and poor
- the system is increasing poverty
- the poverty increase will increase crime and fear
Before I can discuss this, I need to have a basic understanding of the US Social Security System. If this is anything like Australia’s system, which is very complex, I will never understand it.
(I did do a search and cannot find a thread about this.)
I have looked at the SSA site, but it is too thorough. If anyone knows of any sites that would assist, please tell!
I realise this is a very broad question, this is generally what I would like to know.
What are the basic principles of the system?
What sorts of payments are there?
Can anyone get free medical aid?
Is it race related at all?
Thank you in advance.
Can you tell I don’t normally post in here? I’m all nervous!