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Disappearing pensions and 401k plans Pensions are either non-existent or declining. 401k plans are providing a dismal $8000/year median income to retirees https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b4d0962365f02dceb1898c5/1581880185924-5UG2TWW9OVESSMITIOQD/rich.jpg Future of Capitalism - Rich getting richer Rich getting richer. 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