How are upcoming changes in the age distribution of the population in the United States expected to affect society?
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By the year 2050, the shape of the population in the United States will resemble a beehive as many more individuals will be living into their 80s, 90s, and 100s. There is great concern that the cost of programs that support older Americans, such as Social Security and Medicare, will become severely strained. This situation may cause intergenerational conflict as larger numbers of people will be supported by programs fueled by smaller numbers of younger taxpayers.
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