Just as important, a larger economy would provide additional resources and flexibility essential to the reform of entitlement programs, including Social Security and Medicare.

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Finalize proposals for tax and social security system reform before the end of FY 2011, including raising the consumption tax rate to 17 percent and basic pension benefits of 70, 000 yen per month for all persons 65 years and older.

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The front-runner summed up the proposals he has made during the past 90 days of campaigning, including stopping the rise in food prices, promoting an energy reform and giving social security to all Mexicans.

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While these funds will only be available if Social Security reform is enacted, the Administration's policy is categorically defined including those resources.

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