Whose Bright Idea Was This?

Lee Harris / American Prospect:

House Leadership Delays Social Security Expansion While Crafting Tax Breaks for Rich Retirees  —  Nancy Pelosi's office is blocking Social Security expansion, while Congress prepares to pass a windfall for rich retirees, insurance companies, and large asset managers like Vanguard and Fidelity.

Stephen Silver / The National Interest:   Are Democrats Dragging Their Feet on Social Security Reform?

Again, what is wrong w/ these people? Do they think the wealthy will protect them when the angry mob finally comes?