protection it provides workers and their families. When social security first began it only covered workers when they retired, but in 1939 the law was changed to pay the family when the worker passed away and certain dependents when he retired. When it first began it only covered workers in industries and commerce, but in the 1950's social security was extended to include farm workers, government employees, people in the Armed Services, clergymen and people owning their own businesses. Therefore, social security applies to almost all jobs in the U.S. today.
             In 1965, social security was changed once again. Medicare, which assured hospital and medical insurance to workers 65 and older, would now be a benefit of social security. People who are disabled are also eligible for Medicare. Legislation enacted in 1972 assu
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