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Our CEO Max Richtman says adding $200/mo. to seniors' checks “would protect beneficiaries from the economic chaos triggered by President Trump’s disastrous, across-the-board tariffs.” @sacbee_news #socialsecurity #trump #tarrifs
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Democrats want to boost monthly Social Security by $200. Is that a good idea?
Extra money is a way of countering “Trump’s trade wars and Republicans’ billionaire-first economic agenda,” Sen. Alex Padilla says.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Our CEO Max Richtman says adding $200/mo. to seniors' checks “would protect beneficiaries from the economic chaos triggered by President Trump’s disastrous, across-the-board tariffs.” @sacbee_news #socialsecurity #trump #tarrifs
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The shutdown is over, but how does the deal to re-open the government affect older Americans? Hint: It remains to be seen, but may not be so good. READ MORE HERE::: www.ncpssm.org/entitledtokn... #seniors #AffordableCareAct #retirement #medicare #Congress #shutdown @democrats.org
What Does the End of the Shutdown Mean for Older Americans? - NCPSSM
As the longest government shutdown in U.S. history finally ends, many of our readers are asking: what does this deal mean for older adults? We supported Democratic efforts to extend Affordable Care Ac...
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November 13, 2025 at 7:16 PM
The shutdown is over, but how does the deal to re-open the government affect older Americans? Hint: It remains to be seen, but may not be so good. READ MORE HERE::: www.ncpssm.org/entitledtokn... #seniors #AffordableCareAct #retirement #medicare #Congress #shutdown @democrats.org
Voters moved toward the Dems last Tuesday. Our political director, Luke Warren, tells us what that may mean for 2026... on this week's podcast! LISTEN HERE::: open.spotify.com/episode/4XDs... #election2025 #election2026 #politics #Congress #podcast @democrats.org
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November 10, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Voters moved toward the Dems last Tuesday. Our political director, Luke Warren, tells us what that may mean for 2026... on this week's podcast! LISTEN HERE::: open.spotify.com/episode/4XDs... #election2025 #election2026 #politics #Congress #podcast @democrats.org
We will keep fighting for the extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies, because without them, older Americans' lives will be harder, and probably shorter. READ OUR PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE::: www.ncpssm.org/documents/co... #shutdown #AffordableCareAct #Congress #Republicans
As Congress Resolves Shutdown Crisis, Let's Not Forgot Those ACA Subsidies - NCPSSM
“However the immediate government shutdown crisis is temporarily resolved, we are committed to making sure that Affordable Care Act subsidies are extended […]
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November 10, 2025 at 5:50 PM
We will keep fighting for the extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies, because without them, older Americans' lives will be harder, and probably shorter. READ OUR PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE::: www.ncpssm.org/documents/co... #shutdown #AffordableCareAct #Congress #Republicans
Layoffs are at a 20-year record high. Prices are through the roof. Consumer confidence is tanking. Trump was supposed to "fix" this. Instead, he's making it worse.
@warren.senate.gov #trump #inflation #economy #affordability
@warren.senate.gov #trump #inflation #economy #affordability
November 7, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Layoffs are at a 20-year record high. Prices are through the roof. Consumer confidence is tanking. Trump was supposed to "fix" this. Instead, he's making it worse.
@warren.senate.gov #trump #inflation #economy #affordability
@warren.senate.gov #trump #inflation #economy #affordability
The government is shut down because #Trump and the #Republicans refuse to negotiate with Democrats. They would rather that your #healthcare premiums double or quadruple next year. READ OUR BLOG HERE:
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Trump & GOP Intransigence Will Hike Health Care Premiums - NCPSSM
Open enrollment season for Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans arrives amid a severe threat from Trump and congressional Republicans —- who continue to block the extension of crucial ACA premium subsidies...
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November 7, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The government is shut down because #Trump and the #Republicans refuse to negotiate with Democrats. They would rather that your #healthcare premiums double or quadruple next year. READ OUR BLOG HERE:
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A sizeable majority of Americans want to see #AffordableCareAct subsidies extended... so that premiums don't DOUBLE, QUADRUPLE or QUINTUPLE in 2026. But Trump and Republicans would rather keep the government shut down!
@kff.org #shutdown #ACA #trump #republicans
@kff.org #shutdown #ACA #trump #republicans
November 6, 2025 at 9:18 PM
A sizeable majority of Americans want to see #AffordableCareAct subsidies extended... so that premiums don't DOUBLE, QUADRUPLE or QUINTUPLE in 2026. But Trump and Republicans would rather keep the government shut down!
@kff.org #shutdown #ACA #trump #republicans
@kff.org #shutdown #ACA #trump #republicans
Why can't Trump release 100% OF THE FUNDS needed to feed the hungry? Why just 65%? Note: Seniors are the second largest group that depends on SNAP for nutrition, after children.
@americanprogressaction.org #snap #trump #seniors #shutdown
@americanprogressaction.org #snap #trump #seniors #shutdown
November 6, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Why can't Trump release 100% OF THE FUNDS needed to feed the hungry? Why just 65%? Note: Seniors are the second largest group that depends on SNAP for nutrition, after children.
@americanprogressaction.org #snap #trump #seniors #shutdown
@americanprogressaction.org #snap #trump #seniors #shutdown
If you have an #AffordableCareAct health plan, THIS is what's going to happen to your premiums in 2026, thanks to Trump and the Republicans refusing to extend the subsidies that help people pay for insurance.
#ACA #healthcare #Trump #GOP @captmarkkelly.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
#ACA #healthcare #Trump #GOP @captmarkkelly.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
November 5, 2025 at 9:03 PM
If you have an #AffordableCareAct health plan, THIS is what's going to happen to your premiums in 2026, thanks to Trump and the Republicans refusing to extend the subsidies that help people pay for insurance.
#ACA #healthcare #Trump #GOP @captmarkkelly.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
#ACA #healthcare #Trump #GOP @captmarkkelly.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
Congratulations to Virginia Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, who our PAC enthusiastically endorsed! Kudos to all the winners in yesterday's election! Now we focus on electing pro-Social Security & Medicare candidates in 2026. #election2025 #trump #spanberger @abigailspanberger.com @democrats.org
November 5, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Congratulations to Virginia Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger, who our PAC enthusiastically endorsed! Kudos to all the winners in yesterday's election! Now we focus on electing pro-Social Security & Medicare candidates in 2026. #election2025 #trump #spanberger @abigailspanberger.com @democrats.org
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden tells us that Trump & congressional Republicans are leaving people of modest means "in the dust" — by jacking up health insurance costs while showering the wealthy w/ huge tax cuts. The Senator is our guest on this week's podcast! LISTEN HERE: open.spotify.com/episode/5kNC...
November 4, 2025 at 8:36 PM
U.S. Senator Ron Wyden tells us that Trump & congressional Republicans are leaving people of modest means "in the dust" — by jacking up health insurance costs while showering the wealthy w/ huge tax cuts. The Senator is our guest on this week's podcast! LISTEN HERE: open.spotify.com/episode/5kNC...
Vote for Abigail Spanberger today! We supported her as a champion of older Americans in the U.S. Congress. She will protect seniors as Virginia's next governor. READ MORE HERE: www.ncpssm.org/documents/la... @vademocrats.bsky.social #democrats #election #virginia #politics @abigailspanberger.com
November 4, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Vote for Abigail Spanberger today! We supported her as a champion of older Americans in the U.S. Congress. She will protect seniors as Virginia's next governor. READ MORE HERE: www.ncpssm.org/documents/la... @vademocrats.bsky.social #democrats #election #virginia #politics @abigailspanberger.com
If you've tried getting help on Social Security's 1-800 phone line, you probably know how frustrating it can be. Many seniors have given up trying. READ MORE HERE::: www.washingtonpost.com/politics/int...
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November 3, 2025 at 9:03 PM
If you've tried getting help on Social Security's 1-800 phone line, you probably know how frustrating it can be. Many seniors have given up trying. READ MORE HERE::: www.washingtonpost.com/politics/int...
@washingtonpost.com #socialsecurity #SSA #seniors
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@washingtonpost.com #socialsecurity #SSA #seniors
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Our PAC has just endorsed Democrat John Cavanaugh for Congress in Nebraska's 2nd district race --- which promises to be one of the most hotly contested. Electing John Cavanaugh will help build a pro-senior majority in the next Congress!
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November 3, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Our PAC has just endorsed Democrat John Cavanaugh for Congress in Nebraska's 2nd district race --- which promises to be one of the most hotly contested. Electing John Cavanaugh will help build a pro-senior majority in the next Congress!
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Senator Ruben Gallego reports that an Arizona family of four paying $514 per month for an #ACA plan will see their premiums rise to $2,435 in 2026. This is what Democrats are trying to prevent, but the #GOP would rather keep the government shut down. @democrats.senate.gov @gallego.senate.gov
October 31, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Senator Ruben Gallego reports that an Arizona family of four paying $514 per month for an #ACA plan will see their premiums rise to $2,435 in 2026. This is what Democrats are trying to prevent, but the #GOP would rather keep the government shut down. @democrats.senate.gov @gallego.senate.gov
#SocialSecurity Commissioner Frank #Bisignano took over #SSA before his former company's stock tanked, ducking a $300 million loss. READ MORE HERE:::
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October 31, 2025 at 2:48 PM
#SocialSecurity Commissioner Frank #Bisignano took over #SSA before his former company's stock tanked, ducking a $300 million loss. READ MORE HERE:::
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Senior #poverty is on the rise! Older people are now the poorest of any U.S. demographic group. Still, conservatives claim that 'greedy geezers' are somehow ripping off the younger generations through #SocialSecurity.
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#seniors @statistacharts.bsky.social
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New Senior Poverty Data Disproves ‘Greedy Geezer’ Myth - NCPSSM
Conservative think tanks have been pushing a false narrative that older Americans who collect Social Security are somehow ‘ripping off’ younger adults. This propaganda ignores the facts — pitting hard...
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October 30, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Senior #poverty is on the rise! Older people are now the poorest of any U.S. demographic group. Still, conservatives claim that 'greedy geezers' are somehow ripping off the younger generations through #SocialSecurity.
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#seniors @statistacharts.bsky.social
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It's official. Premiums for #ACA plans will increase on average 26% next year. Co-pays will rise by more than 110%! #Trump & the #GOP could fix this by extending subsidies. But they'd rather keep the government shut down. READ MORE HERE: thehill.com/policy/healt...
#healthcare @thehill.com
#healthcare @thehill.com
October 30, 2025 at 5:40 PM
It's official. Premiums for #ACA plans will increase on average 26% next year. Co-pays will rise by more than 110%! #Trump & the #GOP could fix this by extending subsidies. But they'd rather keep the government shut down. READ MORE HERE: thehill.com/policy/healt...
#healthcare @thehill.com
#healthcare @thehill.com
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Senator Ron Wyden says a "wrecking ball" is heading toward everyday Americans hoping to afford health coverage in 2026, thanks to Trump and the GOP's insistence on killing subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. WATCH HERE:::
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
October 29, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Senator Ron Wyden says a "wrecking ball" is heading toward everyday Americans hoping to afford health coverage in 2026, thanks to Trump and the GOP's insistence on killing subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. WATCH HERE:::
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
Republicans are taking away #healthcare from 15 million Americans. Now, they're illegally withholding emergency #SNAP funding that keeps millions of children from going hungry. All so they can give huge tax breaks to the top 1%. WATCH BERNIE HERE: www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ctn...
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October 29, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Republicans are taking away #healthcare from 15 million Americans. Now, they're illegally withholding emergency #SNAP funding that keeps millions of children from going hungry. All so they can give huge tax breaks to the top 1%. WATCH BERNIE HERE: www.facebook.com/share/v/1Ctn...
@sanders.senate.gov
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Senator Ron Wyden says a "wrecking ball" is heading toward everyday Americans hoping to afford health coverage in 2026, thanks to Trump and the GOP's insistence on killing subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. WATCH HERE:::
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
October 29, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Senator Ron Wyden says a "wrecking ball" is heading toward everyday Americans hoping to afford health coverage in 2026, thanks to Trump and the GOP's insistence on killing subsidies for the Affordable Care Act. WATCH HERE:::
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
#aca #congerss #shutdown #trump #republicans #wyden @wyden.senate.gov
We've endorsed Senator Blumenthal's bill to increase #SocialSecurity COLAs. "It would go a long way toward protecting #seniors from the ravages of inflation," our CEO tells ThinkAdvisor. @thinkadvisor.bsky.social @melaniewaddell.bsky.social @blumenthal.senate.gov
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New Bill Would Change How Social Security COLAs Are Set
The Boosting Benefits and COLAs for Seniors Act would adjust benefits based on either CPI-W or CPI-E, whichever is greater.
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October 28, 2025 at 8:24 PM
We've endorsed Senator Blumenthal's bill to increase #SocialSecurity COLAs. "It would go a long way toward protecting #seniors from the ravages of inflation," our CEO tells ThinkAdvisor. @thinkadvisor.bsky.social @melaniewaddell.bsky.social @blumenthal.senate.gov
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If you've tried getting help on Social Security's 1-800 phone line, you probably know how frustrating it can be. This terminally ill senior has given up trying. And she's far from the only one. READ MORE HERE::: www.washingtonpost.com/politics/int...
@washingtonpost.com #socialsecurity #SSA #seniors
@washingtonpost.com #socialsecurity #SSA #seniors
October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
If you've tried getting help on Social Security's 1-800 phone line, you probably know how frustrating it can be. This terminally ill senior has given up trying. And she's far from the only one. READ MORE HERE::: www.washingtonpost.com/politics/int...
@washingtonpost.com #socialsecurity #SSA #seniors
@washingtonpost.com #socialsecurity #SSA #seniors
Trump & the GOP are perfecting the Reverse Robin Hood thing. They've given the rich massive tax cuts while making it harder for people with more modest incomes to afford health coverage.
#trump #republicans #medicaid #affordablecareact #shutdown @housedemocrats.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
#trump #republicans #medicaid #affordablecareact #shutdown @housedemocrats.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
October 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Trump & the GOP are perfecting the Reverse Robin Hood thing. They've given the rich massive tax cuts while making it harder for people with more modest incomes to afford health coverage.
#trump #republicans #medicaid #affordablecareact #shutdown @housedemocrats.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
#trump #republicans #medicaid #affordablecareact #shutdown @housedemocrats.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov
In this age of disappearing pensions... millions of union members rely on Social Security for retirement income. On this week’s podcast, the Alliance for Retired Americans’ exec. director warns Social Security must be protected from the most anti-union administration in history.
October 27, 2025 at 8:18 PM
In this age of disappearing pensions... millions of union members rely on Social Security for retirement income. On this week’s podcast, the Alliance for Retired Americans’ exec. director warns Social Security must be protected from the most anti-union administration in history.