Description: January 2014 issue of In the Public Interest

Description: This article is the second in a two part series that summarizes a longer paper that can be downloaded from the website of the Social Insurance and Public Finance Section. Both articles take the form of a point-counterpoint dialogue addressing important aspects of social insurance programs. The first part discussed their nature, desirability and advantages, as well as whether they can form a framework to achieve sustainable inter-generational equity. This article focuses on whether pre-funding of a social insurance program can occur and can contribute to the financial security of the participants. Fundamental differences of opinion exist regarding these programs, not only due to different personal and political values, but also as a result of the viewpoint taken (for example, assessment of the program in isolation, consideration of the sponsoring government's financial situation, or the overall national economy).

Description: In the Public Interest 2014 Issue 10 Interview with an Actuary in the Public Interest

Description: Overview of a new research project undertaken by SIPF on the topic of OPEB funding in the US.

Description: History of different treatment of men and women under the rules of the U.S. Social Security program.

Description: Editor's column for the March 2017 issue of In The Public Interest

Description: This article discusses the implications of longer life and a number of aging issues on public finance. It draws from the 2017 Living to 100 meeting.

Description: Read the August 2020 issue of In The Public Interest published by the Social Insurance and Public Finance Section. Newsletters provide practical information for the working actuary, articles on trends that impact sections and news about section activities.