The vast majority of the American electorate lacks basic knowledge of how their government works, according to a recent study conducted ahead of President's Day. More than 7 in 10 Americans failed a ...

Social Security is the prime source of retirement income for many individuals, but Americans’ knowledge of the basics of the benefits gets a failing grade, according to a consumer poll by MassMtual.

Nearly 8 out of 10 (78%) of near retirees failed or barely passed the latest Social Security retirement benefits quiz from MassMutual, showing a lack of knowledge of Social Security basics. In fact, ...