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Dr. Oz's Controversial Plan: One Extra Work Year?

2/4/2026

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Dr. Mehmet Oz proposed that Americans work an extra year to generate $3 trillion for the economy.
He says the extra year would strengthen Medicare and stabilize Social Security.
Critics say his projections lack analysis and ignore wage growth and labor protections.
The proposal drew backlash because many already work longer out of necessity, coinciding with Oz's mental health and addiction initiatives.

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Story summary

Dr. Mehmet Oz proposed that Americans work an extra year to generate $3 trillion for the economy.
He says the extra year would strengthen Medicare and stabilize Social Security.
Critics say his projections lack analysis and ignore wage growth and labor protections.
The proposal drew backlash because many already work longer out of necessity, coinciding with Oz's mental health and addiction initiatives.