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Public Trust Stolen Again, Along With Your Money

Last update January 16, 2021Leave a Comment

Nothing speaks to rabid self-interest like the bad policy decisions made by those in possession of the public trust. Americans are increasingly being asked to deny our own self-interest and to pay for the self-interest of others, a sign that U.S.

Filed Under: Big Government Tagged With: ethics, Medicare, Social Security

Dignity is Important Because It’s Cheap and Easy to Sell

Last update October 25, 2014Leave a Comment

Dignity is easy for politicians to sell. From where they stand it doesn’t cost much. Dignity at the level they think we deserve is cheap. It’s not even their money they spend to buy it. It fits in well with the patronizing package of sanctimony that has been assaulting us from our radios, televisions, and mailboxes this campaign season.

Filed Under: American Ideals and Values Tagged With: Social Security

Feasting on Social Security’s Leftovers

Last update November 25, 20171 Comment

For 6 in 10 seniors, Social Security provides the majority of their income. Yet, the benefits are modest.  The average Social Security benefit for a retiree is just $14,000 a year.

Social Security Subcommittee Chairman Early Pomeroy, July 15, 2010 [1]

You should have the peace of mind of knowing that after meeting your responsibilities and paying into the system all your lives, you’ll get the benefits you deserve.

Filed Under: Elections Tagged With: midterm elections, Social Security

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