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How does Social Security work?

Social Security is a massive, complex system that touches the lives of nearly every American.

09/29/2025

Simple Civics

How does Social Security work?

9/29/2025 | 2m 14sVideo has Closed Captions

Social Security is a massive, complex system that touches the lives of nearly every American.

When you work, you pay into Social Security, and once you meet the requirements, you can claim the benefits! Social Security isn’t just for retirees, it also supports those with disabilities and the families of workers who’ve died. In 2024, 184 million workers paid into the system, and 68 million Americans received benefits. In this episode, we’ll break down how this important program functions!

09/29/2025

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Simple Civics is a local public television program presented by WFYI

Simple Civics

How does Social Security work?

9/29/2025 | 2m 14sVideo has Closed Captions

When you work, you pay into Social Security, and once you meet the requirements, you can claim the benefits! Social Security isn’t just for retirees, it also supports those with disabilities and the families of workers who’ve died. In 2024, 184 million workers paid into the system, and 68 million Americans received benefits. In this episode, we’ll break down how this important program functions!

09/29/2025

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