An excellent point from Senator Bernie Sanders: In addition to being wrong, someone like Elon Musk paying the same amount into Social Security as a fireman or nurse just *doesn't* make sense! It's a matter of fairness.
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Social Security's 91st anniversary is coming up. We can make sure it's still there for future generations by making the wealthy pay their fair share into the system. #ScrapTheCap
We need Congress to act. Let's hold scammers AND the tech corporations that enable online scams accountable. Read more from the Consumer Federation of America: https://consumerfed.org/news/reports/the-scam-economy/
ICYMI, the Trump Administration will end a program that has lowered Medicare Part D drug plan prices for 25 million Americans. This comes *on top of* a higher out-of-pocker drug costs and 10% higher Medicare Part B premiums. Here's what you need to know: https://ow.ly/eabj50Zv6Qt
The Trump administration's move to end subsidies for Medicare drug plans could cost consumers
Federal subsidies that have helped defray insurers' Medicare drug costs will disappear at the end of the year. Millions of beneficiaries could face higher premiums in 2027.
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📣 Message to every member of Congress who voted to cut health care for millions of Americans, including seniors: Seniors are paying attention. And come November, we're going to elect a Congress that fights for US, not billionaires or corporations.
In 2025, New York City's budget was $112.4 billion. Also in 2025, Americans lost a total of $148.2 billion to online scams. We need Congress to act. Let's hold scammers AND the tech corporations that enable these scams accountable.
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🎂 Brenda Smith, President of the Indiana Alliance, and fellow UAW Region 2B members marked today's Medicare anniversary with a very clear message to Congress: PROTECT our benefits!
🗓️ Medicare and Medicaid turn 61(!!) today. We need to elect a Congress that will strengthen these health care programs for today and tomorrow — not cut them to pay for tax cuts for the wealthiest people and corporations.
The Trump Administration will end a program that lowered Medicare Drug Plan prices for 25 million Americans at the end of 2026. Read our full statement.
🚨 ICYMI, Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano is alleged to have used his previous position at JPMorgan Chase to spy on his colleagues. That's pretty creepy. Especially since he's now responsible for the privacy of 350 MILLION Americans' private data held at the SSA and the IRS!
⏰ Do you know you can join the fight to protect and strengthen retirement benefits in just a few minutes? Join the Alliance for Retired Americans now at the link in the comments, and share this post with your friends and family!
Here's the periodic reminder that Congress needs to #ScrapTheCap so ALL Americans can enjoy a safe and secure retirement. We earned it!
🚨 You know who's using AI? Scammers, who are taking billions from American seniors every year. Congress must act. A good start would be passing Senator Kelly's new bill to help seniors know when they are interacting with an AI-chatbot. Watch ⬇️
Did you know that Medicare and Medicaid turn 61 next week? As our life-saving health care gets older, our government should focus on strengthening these benefits. Iowa Alliance VP makes this powerful argument in a Letter to the Editor. 📰 Read it now: https://ow.ly/Xq0H50ZssSi
🚨 If Congress doesn't act soon, retirees could see their monthly Social Security benefits cut by as much as 22 percent. See how your state is impacted and tell us: How would this affect your family budget? Learn more: https://ow.ly/lr2r50ZssT3
The Social Security Shortfall: What Retirees Stand to Lose in Every State
If lawmakers fail to act by 2032, automatic benefit cuts will trigger big monthly losses for individuals and state GDPs. See how hard your state will be hit.
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💡 One of the many great things about Social Security comes in the name: It gives us security to know we can retire safely! If we want to continue enjoying this benefit we've earned, then we need Congress to #ScrapTheCap. Join us — sign our petition at the link in the comments!
BREAKING: During his time at JPMorgan Chase, Frank Bisignano is alleged to have spied on his rivals and his own employees. Now, he has access to millions of Americans' private Social Security data. Learn more: https://ow.ly/7sie50ZrVXn
🚨 A new report finds that health care costs are rising for retirees — up 7.5 percent from just last year — and it's only projected to go up even further. Learn how you can plan ahead of time: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/22/retirement-health-costs-fidelity.html
Fidelity says 2026 retirees may spend $185,500 on healthcare. One category may push those costs higher
A 65-year-old who retires in 2026 may spend an average of $185,500 on health and medical expenses in retirement, according to Fidelity Investments.
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A doctor's job is to treat patients, not decide who can or cannot work. Unfortunately, CMS's new Medicaid work requirements will force doctors to make these decisions! Now, more doctors are speaking out. Learn more: https://ow.ly/GKxO50Zrtug
We have a right to our Social Security. And straight answers. We applaud @warren.senate.gov for standing up for older Americans!
⏰ The clock is ticking for Congress to take action and keep the Social Security trust fund solvent, protecting our full benefits for generations to come. Otherwise, retirees will pay the price, and it varies by state. Learn more: https://ow.ly/l7Ts50Zqeiw
The Social Security Shortfall: What Retirees Stand to Lose in Every State
If lawmakers fail to act by 2032, automatic benefit cuts will trigger big monthly losses for individuals and state GDPs. See how hard your state will be hit.
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It's time to #ScrapTheCap. That's all.
Dear President Trump, We didn't "make up" the word affordability. But no matter what it's called, we're having a harder time paying for food, health care, gas, and housing because of YOUR policies. Sincerely, America's Retirees
As we head into midterms, we're paying close attention to how our members of Congress vote on issues affecting seniors. We need to elect a Congress that prioritizes us and our needs over corporations and profits! Check out our Congressional Voting Record in the comments!
We're not just "entitled" to Social Security: it's money we've put in with every paycheck we've ever made. It's our money, and we have a RIGHT to enjoy our benefits in full!
Not only are the upcoming changes to Medicaid's work requirements cruel, they make it harder for doctors to give us the care we need. Now, providers are speaking out. Go to the comments for a link to the full story.
President Trump says "affordability" is a made up word. What would you say to him if given the chance?
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