“I think we should. The chances of me getting Social Security when I retire are pretty slim.”

— Chrissy Conner, assistant manager, Kansas City, Kan.

“Yes, definitely. It's my money, and I want the freedom to decide where it goes. I just want that choice.”

— Karen Cowell, manager, Detroit

“Yes. I think they should be allowed. I don't exactly agree with the president's plan as someone who is approaching senior citizenship.”

— Ivan Lassiter, salesman, Lawrence

“If people are allowed to invest, and not touch the money until their retirement age, then it is a good way for everybody to have some control over their own financial future.”

— Brett Horner, kitchen manager, Eudora