External In the Media 08/20/2026 Patricia Crouse, a practitioner in residence of public administration, explains why younger Americans don't view social security as a top issue in voting for candidates on Election Day. \"Over time, the younger generation is less attached to the idea that they will depend on Social Security.\" https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personal-finance/2026/08/18/social-security-uncertain-connecticut-primary-larson/91335590007/ patricia-crouse year-2026 news-in-the-media month-august