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Frontline (1983 – ...)

1983 • 45 seasons • Documentary, News • TV-MA
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Season 24

Frontline · S24E12 — Can You Afford to Retire?

May 16, 2006 · 55 min

Synopsis

The specter of diminished retirement savings looms large over the American middle class. Whispers of financial insecurity have grown into a stark reality, as pensions dwindle and 401(k) plans falter. The promise of a comfortable post-career life feels increasingly fragile, raising serious questions about the future for those who have diligently worked their lives. Are Americans preparing for a retirement marked by hardship, a stark contrast to the expectations of generations past?