"[1] People are saving more than ever.... [2] Retirement savings are higher than they ever have been.... [3] Retirees say that they're doing fine.... [4] The poverty rate for retirees is falling.... [5] Coverage by traditional pensions was not that high in their 'golden age.' ... [6] Social Security benefits are more adequate than you think.... [8] The way Social Security is fixed can have a significant effect on the economy.... [9] U.S. retirement plan assets are far larger than other countries'.... [10] Seniors' out-of-pocket health spending is not eating that much more of their incomes.... [11] Pension plans are not a bellwether.... [12] Retirement inequality has not worsened due to the shift from traditional pensions to 401(k)s.... [13] The real gap in retirement savings is in government."  MORE >>