Public pension schemes always end up being turned into Ponzi schemes for short term political gain, especially as birthrates keep dropping.
US social security and Medicare are a great example of this but you'll find similar examples throughout the western world.
In contrast private retirement plans put the individual in charge of their own retirement (why should the government be telling you when to retire?) and doesn't put a financial burden on unborn generations.
US social security and Medicare are a great example of this but you'll find similar examples throughout the western world.
In contrast private retirement plans put the individual in charge of their own retirement (why should the government be telling you when to retire?) and doesn't put a financial burden on unborn generations.