AARP Eye Center
Press Release:
Contact:
Aimee Dueñas, aduenas@aarp.org
626-585-2627 or Cell-626-379-6530
October 23, 2018
Campaign ads using AARP name are unauthorized
The association that works on behalf of older adults and their families does not support political candidates or campaigns
The House Majority PAC is running at least one political ad that is either quoting or paraphrasing AARP on the Age Tax. While AARP is an advocate for affordable health care for older adults and their families, AARP did not authorize this ad, or any others, that mention AARP, or would use its logo, nor did AARP participate in the production of such ads.
AARP has a proud 32-year history of non-partisan voter engagement, providing voters with information on where the candidates stand on issues important to our members and their families, so they can make their own decisions on Election Day.
We urge all candidates to address voters’ concerns on issues like Medicare, Social Security, prescription drugs, Medicaid, and caregiving.
We also encourage our members and all Americans to ask questions so they understand where the candidates stand on these and other important issues and choose the candidates that best reflect their views and values.
Ultimately, we ask that AARP members and Americans sign the pledge at aarp.org/vote, be the difference in this election, and vote.
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AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of more than 37 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment security and retirement planning. We advocate for consumers in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services. A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world's largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP VIVA, a bilingual news source. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates. The AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp.org.
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