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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 26, 2024 at 2:09 PM

Have you been taken advantage of by a private health insurer?

Health care is a human right. Period. It is abhorrent for greedy private insurance corporations to exploit Medicare’s good name, profiting by delaying and denying care. John, Over the past several decades, predatory private health insurance corporations have infil…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 25, 2024 at 2:46 PM

A moral necessity.

We have long said that Medicare for All is the next step in the New Deal. State-Based Universal Health Care is the first step toward Medicare for All. John, Universal Health Care is a moral necessity. With Big Insurance lobbyists trolling the halls of Congress re…
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  Robert Reich and Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 24, 2024 at 5:20 PM

Stock buybacks benefit CEOs and the top 1%: Increase the buybacks tax!

Stock buybacks boost the portfolios of CEOs and the top 1%, while harming workers and consumers. The Stock Buyback Accountability Act will help counter this trend. John, please see this important call to action from Robert Reich below and then join the campaign by…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 22, 2024 at 9:00 PM

The war on the mail is part of the war on seniors

Can you take action today to send a clear message: Protect Vote by Mail! John, In 2020, at the height of a pandemic that posed the greatest risk for seniors and people with disabilities, the Republican Party declared war on vote by mail. Vote by mail makes votin…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
May 21, 2024 at 2:51 PM

RE: Your benefits are on the ballot in Maryland’s Senate race

Larry Hogan spends his time palling around with plutocrats who want to cut your earned Social Security benefits. John, I wanted to make sure you saw Jon’s email from yesterday about the Senate race in Maryland. This race between Social Security champion Angela Alsobr…
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  Jon "Bowzer" Bauman via Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
May 20, 2024 at 2:02 PM

Your benefits are on the ballot in Maryland’s Senate race

Larry Hogan spends his time palling around with plutocrats who want to cut your earned Social Security benefits. John, The Senate race in Maryland could determine which party controls Congress, and it could also determine the future of Social Security. The Democratic…
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  Robert Reich and Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 19, 2024 at 3:10 PM

Stock buybacks benefit CEOs and the top 1%: Increase the buybacks tax!

Stock buybacks boost the portfolios of CEOs and the top 1%, while harming workers and consumers. The Stock Buyback Accountability Act will help counter this trend. John, please see this important call to action from Robert Reich below and then join the campaign by…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 18, 2024 at 3:34 PM

Re: We don’t let lies go unchallenged

We have 11 years to make billionaires like Jeff Bezos pay their fair share. John, we don’t have a Social Security problem. We have a billionaire problem. Billionaires are buying up media outlets that print anti-Social Security propaganda to convince people that they w…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 17, 2024 at 8:53 PM

We don’t let lies go unchallenged

We have 11 years to make billionaires like Jeff Bezos pay their fair share. John, Billionaires like Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos will do anything to keep from paying their fair share into Social Security. The Post’s editorial page has had an axe to grind aga…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 16, 2024 at 9:29 PM

Re: Correction needed!

We’ve reached out to the Washington Post quietly. They have thus far refused to issue that correction. So we need you to add your voice. John, since Alex emailed you yesterday, the Washington Post has received a barrage of emails from Social Security Works members…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 15, 2024 at 6:01 PM

This stuff matters.

We’ve reached out to the Washington Post quietly. They have thus far refused to issue that correction. So we need you to add your voice. John, Last Monday, hours before the Social Security Board of Trustees issued its report on Social Security’s finances, the Was…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 14, 2024 at 8:45 PM

For fairness

100,000 older Americans already have their Social Security benefits garnished to repay student loan debts. Tell the Department of Education: President Biden’s student loan relief plan is an important step to restoring fairness to higher education. No one sh…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
May 13, 2024 at 5:41 PM

RE: The Social Security champion who will defeat Rick Scott

Even before becoming a Senator, Rick Scott saw our earned benefits as a piggy bank for corporations. John, Before becoming a U.S. Senator, Rick Scott “oversaw the largest Medicare fraud in the nation’s history.”[1] He’s compared the American people’s love of Social S…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 12, 2024 at 4:44 PM

Grandparents on Facebook

We need CrowdTangle’s monitoring tools through the election to prepare rapid response moments. John, As Congress and regulators focus on TikTok, Facebook remains the dominant social media platform, with five times as many daily views. Notably, older Americans ma…
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  Jon "Bowzer" Bauman via Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
May 10, 2024 at 2:01 PM

This Senator wants to “sunset” Social Security. Let’s sunset him instead!

Even before becoming a Senator, Rick Scott saw our earned benefits as a piggy bank for corporations. John, A few years ago, Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) unveiled an agenda that Mitch McConnell (of all people!) accurately described as a plan to “sunset Medicare or Social Sec…
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  Team Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 8, 2024 at 5:59 PM

ICYMI BREAKING: Social Security is STRONG

The report shows that Social Security’s $2.79 trillion trust fund will last a year longer than projected in last year’s report. I wanted to make sure that you saw this. The annual reports from Social Security's Trustees came out this week, and it was one of the s…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 6, 2024 at 8:33 PM

UPDATE: The Social Security Trustees Report is OUT

The report shows that Social Security’s $2.79 trillion trust fund will last a year longer than projected in last year’s report. John, The Social Security Board of Trustees just released its annual report1 and the report shows that Social Security is STRONG. Whi…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 5, 2024 at 7:05 PM

Re: If we don’t do this, Donald Trump could win.

The difference between the parties is vast. But the corporate-backed media isn’t telling the public that. So it’s up to us. John, Yesterday, Michael wrote to you about our plans for 2024. New polling shows the public is split on which candidate is more likely to prote…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 4, 2024 at 11:28 PM

If we don’t do this, Donald Trump could win.

The difference between the parties is vast. But the corporate-backed media isn’t telling the public that. So it’s up to us. John, Our friends at Data for Progress released a poll1 that shows that we’ve got our work cut out for us. Even though Joe Biden has repeat…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 4, 2024 at 2:16 PM

If we don’t do this, Donald Trump could win.

The difference between the parties is vast. But the corporate-backed media isn’t telling the public that. So it’s up to us. John, Our friends at Data for Progress released a poll1 that shows that we’ve got our work cut out for us. Even though Joe Biden has repeat…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 3, 2024 at 4:46 PM

Re: The Social Security Trustees Report is coming

Their voices will be as loud as their arguments are asinine. We need to be louder. I just wanted to make sure you saw Michael’s email. This is one of the most important weeks in the year for us. Very soon, the 2024 Social Security Trustees Report will come out, and al…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 2, 2024 at 11:23 PM

The Social Security Trustees Report is coming...

Their voices will be as loud as their arguments are asinine. We need to be louder. John, We just found out: The Social Security Trustees will soon release their report on the health of the Social Security trust fund. This is an annual event, and one that right-wi…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 2, 2024 at 5:38 PM

How will the media cover Social Security’s finances when the Trustees Report drops?

Their voices will be as loud as their arguments are asinine. We need to be louder. John, We just found out: The Social Security Trustees will soon release their report on the health of the Social Security trust fund. This is an annual event, and one that right-wi…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
May 1, 2024 at 6:13 PM

Strong unions=Strong Social Security system

This bill would make greedy corporations squeal “Mayday!” The PRO Act would: Empower workers to form unions and bargain over wages and working conditions. Hold corporations accountable for union-busting. Repeal “right to work” laws, which were created durin…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
April 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM

He’s fighting for working people

Bowman is fighting for Congress to invest in seniors and people with disabilities — rather than padding the bloated military budget. John, Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) is a key Social Security champion. He’s fighting for Congress to invest in seniors and people with disab…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
April 28, 2024 at 5:24 PM

RE: The most important Senate race

Montana has one of the most affordable media markets in the country. That means every dollar you contribute will go further! John, I wanted to make sure you saw Jon’s email from yesterday about the Senate race in Montana. This race between Social Security champion J…
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  Jon "Bowzer" Bauman via Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
April 27, 2024 at 2:20 PM

The most important Senate race

Montana has one of the most affordable media markets in the country. That means every dollar you contribute will go further! John, The Senate race in Montana could determine which party controls Congress — and with it, Social Security’s future. Jon Tester, the cur…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 24, 2024 at 7:43 PM

Re: Sign now: Protect Public Servants' Retirement

Social Security works. Period. John, I wanted to be sure you saw our petition. Right now, a loophole in the law prevents many public servants and their spouses from collecting the Social Security benefits they've earned through a lifetime of hard work. We're worki…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 23, 2024 at 8:47 PM

Unfair

Social Security works. Period. Tell Congress: Eliminate the Windfall Elimination Provision and Government Pension Offset provisions that deny public servants the full Social Security benefits they have earned over a lifetime of hard work. ADD YOUR VO…
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  Michael Phelan Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 20, 2024 at 4:29 PM

Take Action: Scrap the cap!

When millionaires and billionaires pay their fair share, we can afford to EXPAND Social Security benefits. But politicians controlled by billionaire paymasters are trying to slash benefits in order to keep their taxes low. Together, we will stop them. John, tax da…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 19, 2024 at 3:23 PM

Re: No damn politician…

We need to launch a campaign on Capitol Hill and in critical states to STOP Trump’s plan to defund Social Security and Medicare! Can you rush a donation today? John, Yesterday, Trump’s campaign advisors leaked a plan to defund Social Security and Medicare. We cannot…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 18, 2024 at 6:46 PM

REVEALED: Donald Trump’s plan to cut Social Security & Medicare without a vote in Congress

We need to launch a campaign on Capitol Hill and in critical states to STOP Trump’s plan to defund Social Security and Medicare! Can you rush a donation today? John, Breaking news from Reuters:1 Donald Trump’s campaign team is considering proposals to slash Socia…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
April 17, 2024 at 7:10 PM

These representatives are fighting for us

These representatives have gone to bat for Medicare for All, expanding Social Security, lowering drug prices, a livable minimum wage, affordable housing, and so much more. John, Every member of the Squad is up for re-election this year, and five of these working-class…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 16, 2024 at 5:23 PM

This is a good budget.

In addition to calling for protecting and expanding Social Security, President Biden’s budget would.... John, It’s official: This November’s election is coming down to Joe Biden vs. Donald Trump. Both have held the office of the presidency, and released official …
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 15, 2024 at 6:48 PM

On tax day and every day

When millionaires and billionaires pay their fair share, we can afford to EXPAND Social Security benefits. But politicians controlled by billionaire paymasters are trying to slash benefits in order to keep their taxes low. Together, we will stop them. Tell Co…
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  Team Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 14, 2024 at 4:04 PM

Expand Social Security!

Expand SoJohn, Republican politicians and their Wall Street donors want you to believe that we have no choice but to cut Social Security benefits. It’s a lie. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren have introduced bill to make sure that Social Security is fully fin…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 13, 2024 at 2:45 PM

FDR was right

Trump, the wannabe “day one dictator” is practicing the time-worn strategy of focusing blame on innocent immigrants while he and his billionaire buddies reach their hands into our pockets to steal our earned benefits. John, These two graphics tell the whole story: …
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 12, 2024 at 6:57 PM

RE: FDR’s warning

FDR knew that this is the oldest trick in the tyrant playbook. That’s why we cannot let Donald Trump and his billionaire backers anywhere near our Social Security system. John, Politicians under the command of Wall Street have been attacking our Social Security system…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 11, 2024 at 10:32 PM

FDR’s warning:

FDR knew that this is the oldest trick in the tyrant playbook. That’s why we cannot let Donald Trump and his billionaire backers anywhere near our Social Security system. John, President Franklin Roosevelt warned us about Donald Trump’s lies about Social Security…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 11, 2024 at 6:06 PM

What FDR would say about Donald Trump

FDR knew that this is the oldest trick in the tyrant playbook. That’s why we cannot let Donald Trump and his billionaire backers anywhere near our Social Security system. John, President Franklin Roosevelt warned us about Donald Trump’s lies about Social Security…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 10, 2024 at 9:03 PM

RE: Trump’s billionaire banquet.

In front of this gathering of billionaires that included pandemic profiteers, payday lenders, oil barons, and slumlords, Trump promised to expand his $2 trillion tax giveaway, making each of these financial predators far richer. In case you missed it, John: Donald Tru…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 10, 2024 at 4:10 PM

RE: Trump’s billionaire banquet

In front of this gathering of billionaires that included pandemic profiteers, payday lenders, oil barons, and slumlords, Trump promised to expand his $2 trillion tax giveaway, making each of these financial predators far richer. In case you missed it, John: Donald Tru…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 9, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Trump’s billionaires

In front of this gathering of billionaires that included pandemic profiteers, payday lenders, oil barons, and slumlords, Trump promised to expand his $2 trillion tax giveaway, making each of these financial predators far richer. John, Over the weekend, Donald Tru…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 7, 2024 at 2:48 PM

If the United States won’t enact Medicare For All, why not California?

California has already invested in public insulin manufacturing, and has a large enough population and economy that it can make public health care work. John, With MAGA Mike Johnson in control of the House of Representatives, a federal Medicare For All program is…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
April 6, 2024 at 3:01 PM

RE: Replacing Sinema with a Social Security champion!

Gallego’s spent the last decade in the U.S. House, fighting to protect and expand Social Security and Medicare. John, I wanted to be sure you saw Jon’s email below about Ruben Gallego. Gallego’s spent the last decade in the U.S. House, fighting to protect and expand…
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  Jon "Bowzer" Bauman via Social Security Works PAC · [email protected]
April 5, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Ruben Gallego: A Social Security leader

Gallego is deeply knowledgeable and passionate about Social Security. In the Senate, he won’t just vote the right way, he will lead the charge to protect and expand our earned benefits. John, Last month, Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema announced that she won’t run for …
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 4, 2024 at 8:40 PM

I was at the White House yesterday

This is a historic victory for all Americans who have struggled with health care costs―and it’s only been possible because of you. John, Yesterday, I was proud to represent our movement at the White House for an event with Senator Bernie Sanders and President Jo…
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  Michael Phelan, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 3, 2024 at 7:52 PM

an ‘amazing year for rich people’

The Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act would: John, Social Security is a great equalizer. It lifts the floor for economic security, making sure that no one who retires has to retire into poverty. But the ultra-wealthy keep pushing to dismantle Social Security and Medicare…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
April 1, 2024 at 8:53 PM

Fox News BREAKING: Republicans warm to Social Security, Medicare reform as 2024 election nears

Fox & Friends hosted anti-Social Security activist Stephen Moore over the weekend to scare seniors. John, Donald Trump won in 2016 by promising that he wouldn’t cut Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid. It was a lie―but it was a lie that got Fox News to ba…
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  Alex Lawson, Social Security Works · [email protected]
March 31, 2024 at 9:01 PM

Re: We could lose everything

Social Security Works is making budgeting decisions for the rest of the year, and how much we’re able to get the message out to voters will depend on how much we can raise from grassroots donors like you. We only have a few hours left, John. Can you help us hit our goa…
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