Detroits bankruptcy plan resolved a pension crisis with creative strokes, though at a cost to retirees who thought their benefits were untouchable.

At meetings at the White House, industry executives warn of harm to savers with small balances.

A number of cities are forced to ditch plans to boost patrols and reopen precincts as they spend more on retirement instead.

More needs to be done to immediately address the challenges of aging, including an examination of major public programs and policies.