 system that is no closer to solvency.
  This is a classic bait-and-switch maneuver, and American workers will 
not be fooled by trickery, political schemes to line the pockets of 
Wall Street bankers with their retirement savings.
  This country has made a commitment to seniors and to current workers 
alike that Social Security will be available upon retirement. We cannot 
go back on our word. Rural America in particular is counting on Social 
Security to be there when they need it.
  As we prepare to cele