Tag: Medicare
Schumer backs Sanders’ proposal to include dental, hearing, and vision care...
“With the current Medicare platform, those three things are just left out, like it’s no big deal,” said the Democratic leader. “But it is a big deal and we should fix it.”
Coalition calls for bold pricing reforms to save $450 billion on...
"Allowing Medicare to negotiate prescription drug prices and then reinvesting those savings back into the program to expand services further strengthens our path towards universal coverage for all."
Pressed by Sanders, Democrats aim to lower Medicare eligibility age in...
"In the rescue plan, we were able to take a major step forward in lowering child poverty—very important. Now I want to deal with issues facing seniors as well."
‘Seems like a good policy!’ CBO shows Medicare for All could...
"A large share of Medicare administrative costs are tied up in tasks like eligibility determination... that would no longer exist in a Medicare for All system."
Seniors rising against Trump
If retaining the support of seniors is key the Trump’s re-election, then he’s just made a wrong turn.
Alert! Social Security and Medicare are in critical danger
Trump launches attack on key programs for the elderly...
Trump just admitted on live television he will ‘terminate’ Social Security...
"We just heard it straight from Trump's own mouth: If reelected, he will destroy Social Security."
On Medicare and Medicaid’s 55th birthday, let’s expand benefits—not cut them
That includes improving Medicare and Medicaid, and expanding them to cover everyone in America.
Sanders calls on ‘do-nothing’ Senate to approve $2,000 monthly checks, cancel...
“This I know: nothing will happen unless the American people stand up, fight back, and demand, in overwhelming numbers, that the Senate act.”
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Senate rejects Sanders’ push to halt US arms sales as weapons fuel 44,000 deaths...
The Senate overwhelmingly voted against the measures, leaving advocates of peace and human rights questioning U.S. complicity in the alleged war crimes unfolding in Gaza.
Musk and Ramaswamy’s DOGE: Mass firings, deregulation, and the erosion of federal protections
Critics argue that these plans will erode social safety nets, undermine public services, and disproportionately benefit corporate interests.
ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas leader in landmark decision
The ICC’s decision follows months of investigation into allegations of atrocities committed by both Israeli forces and Hamas, marking a pivotal moment in international justice.
A progressive vision for education in the 21st century
This system spans early childhood education, K-12 education, higher education, and workforce development—each piece a load-bearing support for the American dream.
David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return and conflict of...
As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.