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Public Pension Debt is Bankrupting our Nation

The unfunded obligations to public pension funds have been caused by very generous local governments and state legislators. This staggering debt for the nation is 1.3 trillion dollars! The public unions insist on their pension rights; yet, most states and local governments are broke. The stark alternative is bankruptcy, with pension funds slashed to zero. With Keki Bhote we'll explore creative ways that could help us out of this dilemma. Registration is $9 member; $11 non-member.

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