Letters: CalSTRS Defended

The U-T editorial “CalSTRS needs to be candid with teachers” (March 16) suggests that CalSTRS has not been telling the whole truth to teachers. The figures cited to describe the pension’s funding issues have come from CalSTRS. The facts are that CalSTRS faces a long-term funding shortfall with assets to pay benefits through at least 2042. Despite these challenges, the benefits of current retirees and active CalSTRS members are secure and guaranteed by both the U.S. and California constitutions.

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