SOCIAL SECURITY: The Future of Pay More & Take Less
SOCIAL SECURITY: The Future of Pay More & Take Less  
Podcast: Philip Teresi
Published On: Mon Aug 24 2026
Description: The Daily Buzz Question: Would you be willing to pay more in taxes and accept lower Social Security and Medicare benefits to help reduce the national debt? Philip reacts to a WSJ editorial that reiterates its longstanding opposition to broad tariffs. They are arguing that recent court-ordered refunds demonstrate who actually paid the costs: American importers and, ultimately, many consumers. The paper maintains that trade wars generally inflict significant economic damage while delivering fewer benefits than their supporters promise. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: ---     Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.  -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ  | Website  | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.