Advocacy

“Slices of the Story” Event at the Grandview Lodge Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security

Social Security celebrated its 90th Anniversary on August 14. 90 years ago, our country made a promise to provide hardworking Americans with a way to earn a foundation for financial security in retirement. AARP proudly celebrates Social Security’s legacy while fighting to protect and strengthen it for older Americans today and for our kids and grandkids tomorrow.

The fight against scams and fraud targeting older Americans took center stage in Miami-Dade County this week, as Jeff Johnson, State Director for AARP Florida, testified before the Senator Rick Scott and the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging during a field hearing focused on protecting seniors from financial exploitation.

On Monday, AARP Florida staff and volunteers brought a powerful message to the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC): Florida’s older residents, families, and those living on fixed incomes can’t afford another costly utility rate increase.

Republican nominee Winsome Earle-Sears, the current Lieutenant Governor, declined the invitation due to a scheduling conflict. Former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger’s campaign accepted the debate invitation on behalf of the Democratic nominee in July.

For ninety years, Social Security has provided a stable and reliable foundation for the retirement security of millions of Americans.

We Earned Social Security—Now Let’s Protect It

AARP Missouri Celebrates 90 Years of Social Security with Free Ice Cream at Aging Matters Town Hall

Slices of the Story” Event at Mama Bella’s Puts a Local Face on the Fight to Protect Social Security

For 90 years Social Security has delivered for Marylanders. Lets pledge to keep it strong for another 90 years and beyond.