Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chairman Steve Israel issued the following statement for the 79th anniversary of Social Security being signed into law:
79 years ago today, President Franklin Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act, making a promise to our seniors and to future generations that all Americans who work hard and earn a living would be able to retire with security and dignity. Keeping the promise laid down in this critical piece of legislation remains as vital today as it was in 1935, and protecting Social Security remains a central tenant of the Democratic platform.
House Democrats will continue to stand fast against Republicans’ efforts to undermine seniors’ vital lifeline and risk Americans’ retirement security through privatization. Rather, we must work together to protect and strengthen Social Security for both today’s seniors and for future retirees.