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Social security will run out in 7 years. Your Government has failed you.

No surprise

State of Social Security Funds
The Social Security program in the United States, specifically the combined Old-Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance (OASDI) trust funds, is currently facing a trajectory toward depletion. According to the most recent annual reports from the Social Security Administration (SSA), the trust funds are projected to be fully depleted by 2035. After this point, without legislative changes, the program will only be able to pay approximately 83% of scheduled benefits based on continuing income from payroll taxes and other revenue sources. This situation reflects a long-term imbalance between the program’s income and its obligations to beneficiaries.
When the Funds Started Losing Ground
The Social Security trust funds began experiencing annual deficits in 2010. This marked the point when annual benefit payments started exceeding the program’s revenue from payroll taxes and other sources. Since then, the program has relied on its accumulated trust fund reserves—built up from surplus revenue in prior decades—to cover the shortfall. These reserves are essentially a financial cushion, but they are being drawn down each year as costs continue to outpace income.
Visual Representations of Historical and Future Trends
While I cannot display images directly, I can describe key visual representations based on official SSA data and other reliable sources, and guide you to where such visuals can be found:
1 Historical Deficit Trend (Starting Around 2010)
◦ Description: Charts from SSA annual reports, such as those showing income and cost rates over time, typically illustrate that the cost rate (benefits paid out) began exceeding the income rate (revenue collected) consistently around 2018, though the annual cash-flow deficits started earlier in 2010 when total expenditures first surpassed total income. Before 2010, surpluses were common, contributing to the trust fund reserves.
◦ Where to Find: Look for figures like “Figure II.D2” in the SSA’s Board of Trustees report, which shows income and cost rates over a 75-year projection period. These are available on the official SSA website (ssa.gov) in the annual Trustees Report.
2 Future Projections (Depletion by 2035)
◦ Description: Visuals projecting the trust fund’s future often depict the trust fund ratio (reserves as a percentage of annual costs) or the cumulative balance of the funds. These typically show the reserves peaking around 2016, followed by a steady decline until they reach zero in 2035. Another common representation is the cumulative value of taxes minus costs, which peaks in 2016 and turns negative around 2040, reflecting the exhaustion of reserves and ongoing deficits.
◦ Where to Find: Check “Figure II.D4” in the SSA Trustees Report for a graph of the present value of cumulative OASDI taxes less costs over 75 years. Additionally, posts on platforms like X (e.g., from users like @LynAldenContact) have shared simplified visuals projecting depletion by 2035, often emphasizing the stark drop-off in reserves.
Key Insights from the Data
• Peak Reserves: The trust fund reserves reached their highest point around 2016, after which the drawdown accelerated due to rising costs from an aging population and relatively flat revenue growth.
• Depletion Timeline: Projections consistently point to 2035 as the depletion year under intermediate assumptions, though some estimates vary slightly (e.g., 2033 or 2037) depending on economic conditions or policy scenarios.
• Post-Depletion: After 2035, the program’s income will cover only a portion of benefits unless Congress intervenes with reforms such as tax increases, benefit adjustments, or other funding mechanisms.
Notes on Projections
These projections are based on the SSA’s intermediate assumptions, which assume moderate economic growth, demographic trends, and no major policy changes. They could shift if economic conditions (e.g., wage growth, inflation) or legislative actions alter the program’s financial outlook.
How to Access Visuals
To see these trends yourself:
• Visit the Social Security Administration website (ssa.gov) and download the latest OASDI Trustees Report. Look for sections with charts under “Financial Status” or “Long-Range Projections.”
• Search for recent analyses from reputable sources like the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) or economic commentators on platforms like X, where simplified visuals are sometimes shared.
In summary, the Social Security funds began losing ground in 2010, with reserves projected to run out by 2035. Visuals from official reports and public discussions illustrate this shift, showing a clear trend of declining financial stability over time.

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Head of Product (Bluesky)

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https://jobs.gem.com/bluesky/am9icG9zdDpJqcScgKmMFGAcShb5EKv6

Our mission is to build an open protocol for public conversation. We give users more choice, developers more freedom, and creators more control. The Bluesky app is a gateway to a more human-centered social web, and we’re looking for the right strategist to shape its future.

This is the perfect role for someone who is insatiably curious, obsessed with the user experience, data informed & results driven, and excited to dive into the quickly changing world of consumer social. As the Bluesky Head of Product, you’ll lead a tight-knit team in a fast-paced environment, balancing product innovation with the practicalities of protocol development.

Responsibilities:

• Drive our product vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with Bluesky's mission and business goals
• Prioritize and plan product initiatives based on user needs, market trends, and business impact
• Oversee the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch
• Gather qualitative and quantitative data to identify user pain points and opportunities for growth
• Define and track key metrics, driving user acquisition and retention while exploring sustainable monetization opportunities for long-term growth
• Monitor the competitive landscape and position our product strategically
• Collaborate closely with engineering, design, community, and external parties 
• Collaborate closely with the leadership team to align product roadmap with company vision and priorities
• Balance innovation with platform stability, protocol compatibility, and scalability needs
• Mentor and develop team members, building a high-performing product team

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a role leading product in consumer social or community platforms, minimum 8 years of industry experience 
• Previous engineering experience and strong grasp on technical fundamentals
• A solid understanding of design principles, technical capabilities, and constraints
• Experience working on a small, scrappy team with limited resources
• Ability to prioritize and sequence work based on user impact and engineering complexity
• Demonstrated success in aligning product roadmaps with growth objectives
• Excellent communication & collaboration skills
• Data & results driven approach to problem-solving
• Experience with rapid prototyping, testing, and iterative development
• Enthusiasm about social technologies and a curiosity about emerging trends in consumer social

We’re a fully remote team, but an overlap of working hours with PST is required, and for this role, proximity and willingness to travel to Seattle is a plus. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance. If you’re a high agency, low ego product leader who wants to work with an excellent team and define the future of social, we encourage you to apply.

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Senior Communications Manager (Bluesky)

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https://jobs.gem.com/bluesky/am9icG9zdDpyTx6RVUptCTZWddMf05Jy

Bluesky's vision is to make social more like the web itself. We're building a social media app, but beyond that, we've created a protocol that supports a broad ecosystem of applications and clients. Imagine a network of applications — from microblogging to photos to video to long-form writing — all interconnected and accessible with a shared identity. 

About the Role:

We’re looking for a sharp, strategic communicator who can craft our narrative and help steer conversation about Bluesky and the future of social media. As Senior Communications Manager, you’ll shape our messaging, pitch media, and lead comms across the company. You should be equally comfortable writing a punchy post, ghostwriting a blog post for the CEO, or briefing a reporter on technical infrastructure.

This is a cross-functional, high-impact role — no task is too small or too large for you, and you enjoy owning projects from end to end.

**Key Responsibilities:  **

• Manage and execute Bluesky’s communications strategy across earned, owned, and shared channels
• Write everything from blog posts and press releases to social copy and long-form explainers
• Develop messaging frameworks that speak to different audiences: users, developers, media, and more
• Pitch reporters and prep leadership for interviews, panels, and public speaking
• Monitor media narratives, user sentiment, and internet trends to inform our voice and positioning
• Collaborate closely with engineering, product, and growth to keep messaging aligned
• Manage external comms partners (freelancers, PR firms, etc.) when needed
• Navigate crisis moments with speed and clarity — and build proactive systems to avoid them

You might be a good fit if you have:

• 5+ years of experience in communications, preferably within tech or social media 
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to shift tone based on platform, audience, and moment
• Have worked in high-velocity startup environments where you ship fast and iterate often
• Understand the media ecosystem and know how to build strong relationships with journalists
• Are fluent in social — you don’t just “manage comms,” you get the internet
• Have a track record of leading campaigns that moved the needle on awareness, sentiment, or growth

We're especially excited if you:

• Are already familiar with Bluesky, AT Protocol, or the decentralized social landscape
• Have experience working with or writing for developers
• Can show us a portfolio of written work — blogs, threads, pitches, etc. — that proves your range

If you have a passion for storytelling, understand the market, and have the ability to adapt to the fast-paced world of social media, we'd love to hear from you.

Please include any relevant links in your resume that showcase your writing.

Join our team and help shape the future of social!

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