Social Security turns 70

As Bush's feeble grip on its throat clips completely away, the program will continue to survive as long as Republicans believe in fantasies.

Typical is the statement by Rep. Anne M. Northup (R-Ky.) outlining what she is looking for in a Social Security bill: "The plan I support for strengthening Social Security would not increase taxes, it would guarantee promised benefits, and it would make Social Security permanently solvent."

The entire story is rewarding in showing the embarassment rank and file Republicans feel over the inept posturing of their leadership in the House and Senate.