Rep. Rodney Davis (IL-13) The United States consistently lags behind countries like China, South Korea, and others in education, placing us 26th in math, and 21st in science, out of 34 countries. As we work to improve ...
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Congressional Corner: There’s No Need To Cut Or Privatize Social Security
The following reflects the views of the writer and are not necessarily those of The Senior Citizens League. Representative Peter DeFazio (OR-4) Last fall, Republican candidates made a lot of campaign promises: to c ...
Congressional Corner: “Pay For Delay” Must End–To Protect our Seniors
Senator David Vitter (LA) When it comes to the quality of everyday life for seniors, one of the most important variables is access to prescription drugs. Many folks take them every day without a second thought. But wh ...
Congressional Corner: “We Have An Obligation To Keep That Promise”
“We Have An Obligation To Keep That Promise” By Representative Tim Ryan (OH-13) Earlier this year, we marked the 79th anniversary of the enactment of the Social Security program, one of our nation’s pro ...
Congressional Corner: Empowering Seniors to Better Identify Scams and Fraud
By Senator Joe Donnelly Consumer fraud is a significant problem in the United States, especially among our growing senior population. Seniors are often targets of fraud because of a perception that seniors are more vu ...
Congressional Corner: Defeating Alzheimer’s Requires United Effort
By Congressman Peter Roskam (IL-06) Over five million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer's disease, and each year thousands more are diagnosed with this painful, heart-rending illness. Most of us know someo ...
Congressional Corner: Importance of Rural Hospitals Should Not be Overlooked
By Representative Bill Shuster (PA-9) I have represented the hundreds of small communities that make up the 9th Congressional district in Southwestern Pennsylvania since 2001. When I'm traveling the district's sprawli ...
Congressional Corner: Older Americans Need Stable Economic Future And Reliable Healthcare
Rep. Joe Garcia (FL-26) Now more than ever, we must fight to ensure that when older Americans retire they can look forward to a stable economic future and reliable, high-quality healthcare. During the devastating eco ...
Congressional Corner: Two Bills that Would Increase Benefits While Protecting Social Security’s Solvency
Congressional Corner from Sen. Mark Begich (AK) My commitment to Social Security is unwavering. Since coming to the Senate, one of my top priorities has been protecting this most vital and important program for our s ...
Congressional Corner: Keeping the Promise of Social Security
By Representative Gloria Negrete McLeod (CA-35) Social Security is a promise our country must keep. If you work and pay into the system, you should have the opportunity to retire with dignity and respect. This promise ...