"Your cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) “overpays” you.  Yes, that is an outrageous statement — especially since you haven’t gotten a COLA boost for two years. "

Dear Member,

This is the June 2011 issue of "The Social Security & Medicare Advisor," published by The Senior Citizens League. I hope you enjoy this edition and welcome your comments.

Mary Johnson, Editor

Protecting Your Social Security:

• “Path to Citizenship” Immigration Legislation Introduced
• Legislative Update: Does Social Security Add to the Deficit?
• Ask the Advisor: Is The Social Security Payroll Tax Cut Making Problems Worse?
• Social Security & Medicare Questions: Two years ago I lost my job and only found part time work since then.  I’m having trouble covering all my expenses.  My ex-spouse recently passed away.  I was married to him for more than 13 years and never re-married.  Could I apply for widow’s benefits based on his work record?  I’m 60.

Social Security Fairness Petition

It's time to call on your state representatives to support legislation that embraces the five principles of Social Security fairness. Join the 5800+ people who have already signed and demand fairness in the administration of Social Security benefits.

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Help us continue to fight for your retirement benefits!

 

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The Diagnosis of Medicare Under Healthcare Reform:

• Would Plan Save Medicare or "End" It?
• Hearings on the Hill

 

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