Yes, absolutely the Social Security system is a scam. It should never be taxed for one thing. Cost of living "increases" never cover the inflation, and the cost of the mandatory Medicare goes up every year. If an older person continues to work, they are penalized with the ridiculous IRMAA deduction if they earn " too much" based on what Social Security deems "too much." The whole program needs to be revamped, or eliminated. Perhaps those on Social Security should get a nice big check that we can then invest ourselves to provide for our needs without the taxation and restrictive "rules." 😇