In 2010, Walz stated that his plan to reduce Social Security benefits and raise the retirement age was similar to his approach.

In 2010, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who was Vice President Kamala Harris' running mate, stated that his plan for Social Security was similar to one that would raise the retirement age and adjust the withholding cap.

The Harris campaign is responding to a Planet Chronicle Digital review of a 2010 debate clip featuring Walz, which took place on Oct. 12, 2010, at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

The Democratic incumbent Walz, along with Independent candidate Steve Wilson and Republican Randy Demmer, squared off in the election.

In the 2010 debate, the candidates were questioned about their plans for addressing the federal budget deficit in relation to Social Security and Medicare.

Wilson, the independent candidate, answered first.

Social Security can be fixed if we all contribute to shared sacrifice, as there are three groups affected: those who pay in, those who are ready to retire, and those who receive benefits, according to Wilson.

Currently, individuals enrolled in the program have limits on the amount deducted from their paychecks.

Wilson then said the retirement age should be raised.

Wilson stated that if we examine the second group, those who are retiring, and adjust the retirement age slightly while providing ample notice, it is essential to remember that shared sacrifice is necessary, not just the individual being affected.

Wilson suggested adjusting the Cost of Living and Adjustments (COLA) amounts for individuals receiving benefits from Social Security.

Wilson clarified his stance on his website, stating that the retirement age would gradually rise within three years of implementing the safety net. It would be adjusted based on life expectancy in the long run.

Wilson's plan was endorsed by Walz.

"The world has ever seen, it is the greatest anti-poverty program, and Social Security is absolutely critical," he said.

Steve Wilson, who has excellent ideas on Social Security, has thoughtfully presented a plan that is similar to my approach in working with them, according to Walz.

""Social Security Survivor Benefits were loaned to us to help us pull ourselves up, making it a smart program," he said."

In 2010, Walz won his race and later opposed plans to increase the retirement age. He voted against raising the age to 68 in 2012, 70 in 2012, and 70 in 2014.

The Harris campaign emphasized that Walz does not support raising the retirement age and, during his time in Congress, he opposed initiatives to increase it.

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