Witnesses talked about how to save Social Security. Mr. Lew testified about how to use the budget surplus prudently. He explained the strengths of President Clinton’s proposal to save Social Security. Mr. Apfel talked about resolving the problems with Social Security before it is too late. He stated that he agrees with the president’s plan to use the budget surplus to save Social Security. Mr. Crippen disagreed with part of the president’s proposal to save Social Security.