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[n4807g]

I wouldn't get too hung up on adjusting for inflation. If you'd started in 1980 you'd probably be looking at around $450,000 or better (even with modest annual amounts saved). If you didn't save you'd have $0.00. Who's better off, even after adjusting for inflation?

[BullNBear52]

It's humane and compassionate.

That concept is lost on most people here.