White House officials acknowledged for the first time, however, that they are open-minded on crucial details. Bush said any changes to the retirement system shouldn't weaken benefits for Americans who now receive monthly Social Security checks or who are approaching retirement. He also said payroll taxes that support the system shouldn't be increased. A variety of outside authorities on Social Security said Wednesday, however, that virtually every member of the commission has a record of supporting the carve-out approach, which is largely favored by conservatives. In fact, all 16 commission members have assured White House aides that they share the president's views, according to administration officials.
Public opinion is divided.
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