Which of the following best describes the 'Grey Revolution' in U.S. demographics?
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Correct answer: The aging of the 'Baby Boomer' generation and its impact on Social Security
As the massive Baby Boomer generation enters retirement, the U.S. faces a demographic shift toward an older population. This puts pressure on the working-age population to fund social safety nets like Medicare and Social Security.
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