Voters

More than three out of five voters in the last mayoral election were over the age of 50New Yorkers age 50+ helped build our city and make it the great place that it is. As we look to a post-COVID recovery, we need our 50+ neighbors to help rebuild the city and maintain the stability of neighborhoods. These residents have the experience, expertise and commitment to make New York shine again, but they also face challenges that must be addressed. Whether you are a New York City elected official, policymaker, candidate, or fellow advocate, you can benefit from understanding the issues faced by our 50+ neighbors and the solutions AARP has identified.

The congressional candidates share their plans for protecting Social Security and Medicare, lowering drug prices and more.

The congressional candidates share their plans for protecting Social Security and Medicare, lowering drug prices and more

As we head into an unusual election season due to the pandemic, we asked some members of the entertainment industry to reminisce about their first voting experience. We hope their messages will inspire you to make your safe voting plan as soon as possible. Are you in? #ImIn

ALBANY, N.Y.— AARP New York is calling on Governor Andrew Cuomo to ensure every registered New York voter receives an absentee ballot application, along with a pre-addressed, postage paid return envelope, as part of an effort to allow all voters to make their voices heard safely in the November 3 general election.

AARP Working to Ensure Adequate Staff & Equipment to Handle Higher Volume, Help Voters Understand Options

Campaign to Focus on Protecting 50-plus Voters and Making Their Voices Heard

Biaggi-Dinowitz Bill Would Let Registered Voters Cite Concern about Contracting Coronavirus as Valid Reason for Requesting Absentee Ballot

The New York City Public Advocate special election is on Tuesday, February 26, 2019. AARP NY met with the candidates to get their take on important issues that affect New Yorkers including people age 50 and over.

Election Day is November 6. Do you know where your candidates stand on the issues important to you, like caregiving, transportation and economic security? Get to know your candidates for the New York State Senate District 43.