________ is the Federal government's most effective weapon against poverty and reduces the inequality of Americans' income more than the tax system and more than recent social welfare (means-tested) programs.

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Social Security is the Federal government's most effective weapon against poverty as it provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to eligible individuals and families. It reduces the inequality of Americans' income more than the tax system and more than recent social welfare programs such as AFDC, welfare, and TANF. Social Security benefits are not means-tested, which means that they are available to all eligible individuals who have paid into the program through payroll taxes.

________ Is the Federal Government's Most Effective Weapon Against Poverty