‘Old and Broke’

Re the RAND study mentioned in “Old and Broke” (editorial, July 26): I hope you’ll give this subject more coverage.

How many, ages 50 to 69, have had to pillage their savings, including 401(k) or 403(b) plans, in attempting to hang onto their home equity over the last five recessional years here in Southern California? How much in early withdrawal penalties has been paid out by children of those whom were less prosperous because of the 1930s Depression?

How many were already in an unplanned, early retirement? How many deep into unplanned debt? And how many have left the state?

KRIS ECKLUND

Sun Valley