Many are worried about Social Security taking care of their needs in the future.  The smart cookies are worried about the current solvency of FICA.  The latest shows on the Strip only feed the fire.  Why else haven't Bette Middler and Cher retired?  Granted, the merchandising tie-ins with hip replacements and herbal aids for regularity were tempting.  "Besides," a Harrah's exec explained, "we had to go with someone our clientele could instantly recognize."  That would explain the movable walkway into Caesar's.

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