Many people regard Social Security as a "social compact" which means that
A) no individual is guaranteed the benefits of the program unless they have worked to contribute to the program.
B) if the federal government is unable to pay benefits, the state government will take over and pay.
C) it is a national promise to successive generations that they will receive financial support in their old age.
D) it is not guaranteed to be around forever.
E) the benefits received from the program must be used for the common good.
C
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