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Medicare reform proposals would benefit from more information

Medicare reform proposals differ in approach by both presidential candidates.The focus remains on delivering quality care, while saving taxpayer money.

3 easy questions to help you determine if you're Libertarian

You may actually believe as members of the Libertarian Party do, in maximum individual freedom and minimum government. Could voting Libertarian result in election results you don’t want to see?

Finding the top 5 non-biased political blogs on the Internet is a daunting task

To clear the static and get unbiased information, look for highly respected blog websites. Being non-biased is next to impossible, but 5 blogs do try.

What an Obama re-election will do for Social Security benefits

An Obama re-election will bring changes to the current Social Security program that will affect retirees and the disabled. Changes must occur to the program or it will end.

Different candidate viewpoints on healthcare may affect Decision 2012 voting

No matter who is elected, there will be changes to the healthcare system and efforts to pay for medical care. Obama and Romney differ on how to achieve results.

What an Obama re-election will do for Social Security benefits

An Obama re-election will bring changes to the current Social Security program that will affect retirees and the disabled. Changes must occur to the program or it will end.

Beware of election season phone scams

Election season telephone scams run rampant as scammers try to obtain personal identification and credit card information from unwary older adults. Don’t get caught in this trap!

What a Romney administration could mean for your Medicare coverage

Candidate Mitt Romney's Medicare reform plan would offer a "premium support system," providing fixed monetary amounts to future seniors.

Obama vs. Romney vs. Johnson: Why you should know about the third party candidate

Voters should learn about the third party candidate in the Obama vs. Romney vs. Johnson race for president. Polls are not facts; just opinions.

How to write a letter to your congressman

If you’ve always wanted to write a letter to your congressman or congresswoman but didn’t know how to go about it, here are a few tips to show you how.

Don't like polling lines? How to vote absentee

If you hate voting lines but don’t want to miss out on your opportunity to exercise your civic duty, find out how to vote absentee.

Protecting your voting rights: What to do to ensure you're allowed to vote

Voting rights are different from state to state, and many new laws could impact your ability to vote without a valid photo ID. Find out how to protect your voting rights.

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Ranking the top 5 actors turned politicians

There are a number of former actors who went on to become successful politicians. Find out who they are. The list may surprise you.

New poll: 70 percent of seniors oppose plan to overhaul Medicare

Seventy percent of poll respondents conducted by The Senior Citizens League (TSCL) said Medicare should not be changed, from a program that guarantees coverage for a fixed set of benefits, to one that guarantees a fixed federal payment to cover a portion of beneficiaries' healthcare expenses.

What will revamping Medicare really take?

Revamping Medicare involves addressing Medicare in politics and solving problems with Medicare that do not harm senior recipients.

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