[bryanthompson]

The poorest and most helpless (I said helpless, not damn lazy asses) will be taken care of, regardless of the system we use. We're a compassionate country, and whether it is charity, government social welfare programs, or even *gasp* religious organizations (like the Masons), these people will be taken care of some how.

I would prefer to handle my own money and my own retirement. I don't like the fact that the government doesn't trust me with my own money. There's enough redistribution as it is, SSI is a big fat loser for any ambitious person who wants more for themselves and their future generations.