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Obama wants the government to augment low- and middle-income workers' savings. McCain will release details of his savings proposals later this summer.

· Require companies to automatically enroll their employees in retirement plans they offer.

· Encourage saving by keeping investment taxes low.

"As president, I intend to act quickly and decisively to promote growth and opportunity. I intend to keep the current low income and investment tax rates." -- McCain*
· Require employers that don't offer retirement plans to set up IRA-type accounts.

· Require companies to automatically enroll their employees in 401(k)s or IRAs.

· Provide a federally funded match on retirement savings for families earning below $75,000.

"Personal saving is at an all-time low. A part of the American dream is at risk." -- Obama**


IN-DEPTH: Uncle Sam can fund retirement - Obama


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Last updated August 18 2008: 5:54 PM ET
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*June 10, 2008, Speech, Washington, D.C.
**Nov. 7, 2007, Speech, Bettendorf, Iowa
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