Opposition was relatively consistent across parties: 84% of Democrats, 83% of Republicans, and 80% of Independents or third-party voters.
Republicans have argued that these proposed Social Security cuts are necessary to ensure that Social Security remains financially solvent—meaning the program would have enough funds to fully pay out beneficiaries—without affecting seniors currently receiving Social Security benefits.
However, other proposals, such as the Social Security Expansion Act or Social Security 2100 , could extend the solvency of Social Security while increasing benefits for current and new recipients.
The think tank's poll also revealed widespread support for using tax hikes targeting the wealthy to sustain Social Security.
Instead, voters would rather see taxes on wealthy Americans to ensure Social Security remains a guarantee for all.".
But the latest White House budget does not propose a solution for extending Social Security," The Washington Postnoted last month.
"Numerous congressional Democrats have called for trillions in new taxes to avoid the Social Security shortfall, as well. »
