Really Big Social Security Checks

Washington's witnessing the biggest lobbying war since 1994's battle over health care. This time the fight's over Social Security and a ton of money's on the table.

In President Bush's corner:

• Progress for America -- a $20 million budget
• Club for Growth -- $10 million and 29,000 members
  

Opposing the the plan:

• AARP -- $5 million budget and 35 million members
• Campaign for America's Future -- $30 million budget
  

Outside groups spent $100 million in the lobbying effort over President Clinton's health care plan in 1994. This fight is shaping up to be even more expensive. (USA Today)