Social Security—It’s Not Rocket Science

Social Security—It’s Not Rocket Science
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I am constantly hearing from readers who comment on the perceived complexities of Social Security laws. They liken the program to something just shy of rocket science or brain surgery. And they marvel that I can keep up with “all the changing and complex rules and regulations.”

Well, I’m no rocket scientist. Nor am I a brain surgeon. Not even close. I’m just a frumpy old retired Social Security Administration employee of average intellect who happens to know a little bit about the program’s policies and how they affect you.

Tom Margenau
Tom Margenau
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Tom Margenau worked for 32 years in a variety of positions for the Social Security Administration before retiring in 2005. He has served as the director of SSA’s public information office, the chief editor of more than 100 SSA publications, a deputy press officer and spokesman, and a speechwriter for the commissioner of Social Security. For 12 years, he also wrote Social Security columns for local newspapers, and recently published the book “Social Security: Simple and Smart.” If you have a Social Security question, contact him at [email protected]
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