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Des Moines, January 26, 2106 -- In response to the Sanders campaign mailing featuring AARP and the Association's Take A Stand campaign, AARP does not endorse candidates, have a political action committee (PAC), or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates.
AARP Iowa is gearing up for a busy week! With Caucuses right around the corner, volunteers are lining up to attend candidate events in every region of the state. AARP volunteers will ask candidates what their plans are to make Social Security financially sound. Just this past weekend, volunteers attended more than a dozen events for both Republican and Democrat candidates including events for candidates O'Malley, Rubio, Huckabee, Cruz, Clinton, Trump and Carson.
January 21, 2016 -- In this polarizing election where specifics have been taking a backseat to soundbites, one issue transcends the partisan divide and unites people of all ages – Social Security. According to a new survey released today by AARP, more than nine in 10 Iowa caucus goers across party lines and age groups say it is important for presidential candidates to lay out their plans to make Social Security financially sound for future generations.
AARP Iowa is pleased to support "Embrace Aging," a series of six public conversations on healthy aging for Central Iowa residents presented by Calving Community at Drake's Olmsted Center, Sussman Theater between January and June 2016.
The new year is a time when many are thinking about changing careers, finding a new job or reinvigorating their job search. If you're navigating workplace challenges this year, AARP has resouces to help you prepare, connect and achieve your goals.
Join AARP Iowa and Johnson County official in recognizing volunteer advocate Betty Kelly of Iowa City on Thursday, December 17, for receiving AARP Iowa's most prestigious state volunteer award for community service, the 2015 Andrus Award.
Joe Gonzales, Executive Director of the Latino Heritage Festival, presented Connie Eastman, Associate State Director of Community Outreach, with a Certificate of Appreciation for AARP's support of the 2015 Festival, which attracted more than 6,500 people.
AARP Iowa has opportunities to volunteer with its Speakers Bureau.
AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest volunteer-run tax preparation and assistance service. And they need your help!
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