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The institute’s Project on Social Security Privatization aimed to prepare the public to accept the idea of transitioning to private accounts they could invest in the markets.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025

“I don’t think they’re targeting distressed systems at all,” said Kofi Osei, a member of Towamencin Neighbors Opposing Privatization Efforts, a local activist group.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 12, 2023

Privatization means delegating these services to mostly private companies that operate to earn a profit rather than such services being delivered by arms of the government.

From Textbooks • Dec. 14, 2022

Privatization was one way to make up the difference, and Wiedefeld said the strike has not made Metro reconsider outsourcing operations of Phase 2 of the Silver Line, now under construction.

From Washington Post • Nov. 12, 2019

Privatization of state enterprises is progressing, although   excessive red tape, bureaucratic oversight, and uncertainties about pricing   have slowed the process.

From The 1993 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency