"The Soaring Cost of Retirement: Americans' Mounting Financial Stress"

The traditional American retirement dream of leisure and financial security has turned into a source of anxiety for many, with concerns about inadequate savings, uncertain government support, and emotional challenges. The shift from pensions to 401(k)s has placed the burden of retirement savings on individuals, leading to widespread worry about financial stability in old age. Experts advise early and careful saving, investment, and political engagement to navigate the evolving retirement landscape.