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John,
Social Security works. Period.
But Wall Street politicians are attacking our Social Security system, claiming that it’s unaffordable because of a projected shortfall a decade from now. Here’s the thing: The only reason that shortfall exists is that Social Security contributions are only made on the first $168,600 of wages―so any earnings growth above that cap doesn’t go towards Social Security.
The runaway inequality of the last 40 years is what allows Wall Street politicians to attack Social Security―and the best way to fight inequality is with UNIONS. Unions raise the wages of working people, meaning less for the millionaires and billionaires, and more for everyday people. This, in turn, strengthens the Social Security trust fund.
Amazon has spent 2 ½ years fighting its union in court, refusing to commit to even a single contract bargaining session. Amazon Labor Union set a deadline of December 15th for Amazon to come to the table, or risk a strike right before Christmas. Amazon has continued to ignore them.
As Amazon Labor Union prepares for its largest-ever strike, please sign a petition in solidarity with their cause!
Together, we can rebuild the labor movement and stand up to billionaire bullies. Together, we will protect our Social Security system and build an economy that works for all of us.
In solidarity,
Alex Lawson
Social Security Works
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