Social Security Administration

Definition

The Social Security Administration is a U.S. government agency that administers social security, a program designed to provide retirement, disability, and survivors' benefits to eligible Americans. The SSA plays a critical role in ensuring financial stability for individuals and families during times of need.

Related terms

Welfare State: A government system that provides social security, health care, and financial aid to its citizens.

Liberalism: A political ideology that emphasizes individual freedoms, democracy, and the importance of providing a safety net through programs like social security.

New Deal: A series of programs and policies established by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1930s to combat the Great Depression, which included the creation of the Social Security system