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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 23h

Social Security isn't only for #retirees. For the sake of #seniors, families and children --- this crucial program should NOT be cut or undermined. #socialsecurity @firstfocus.bsky.social #ssa

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 1d

Our political cartoon of the week. #trump #shutdown #cartoon #governmentshutdown

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 2d

This week's podcast guest is Dr. Erlene Rosowsky, clinical psychologist at Harvard University. She has some sage advice for growing older with dignity & self-respect. Hint: Humor helps! LISTEN HERE::: open.spotify.com/episode/22DS...
#aging #retirement #wellness #psychology #podcast @harvard.edu

The Stories We Tell Ourselves as We Age & Other Insights on Growing Older

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 2d

Democrats want a deal with Trump and the GOP, but they won't allow Americans' health insurance premiums to double because Republicans refuse to negotiate. WATCH HERE:::
@warren.senate.gov @msnbc.com #democrats #republicans #shutdown #trump #congress

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 2d

Bernie has just released a new report: “I’m Terrified I’ll Die: Americans Speak Out About Republican Health Care Cuts,” detailing the devastating human impact of slashing Medicaid and ACA subsidies.
#affordablecareact #GOP #republicans #congress #medicaid @sanders.senate.gov

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 3d

Trump & his party have shut the government down because they'd rather see your health care costs SKYROCKET than negotiate with Democrats.
#shutdown #trump #republicans #congress #AffordableCareAct #healthcare
@americanprogressaction.org

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 3d

The Trump official nicknamed 'The Reaper' is rewriting the rules for #SocialSecurity Disability Insurance... to make it harder for older workers to claim benefits. Just what older Americans need! READ BLOG HERE: www.ncpssm.org/entitledtokn... #SSDI #vought #trump @democrats.org #disability

Trump's 'Reaper' is Coming for Your Disability Benefits - NCPSSM

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 4d

Our President & CEO Max Richtman talks to NPR's Scott Horsley about Trump's appointing the Social Security Commissioner to ALSO serve as CEO of the IRS. LISTEN HERE::: #npr #bisignano #IRS #SSA #TRUMP #trumpadministration
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Head of Social Security tapped to run IRS, sparking concerns

Frank Bisignano has been tapped to run the IRS, but he's already in charge of the Social Security Administration. Critics worry one person running two critical agencies is a mistake.

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 4d

The Trump administration is reportedly rewriting the rules for #SocialSecurity Disability Insurance that will deprive nearly 1 million workers --- many of them older people --- of benefits. READ MORE HERE::: archive.ph/mNcfb
#SSDI #disabilityinsurance #olderamericans #trump @sanders.senate.gov

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 5d

Trump wants the Social Security Commissioner to ALSO serve as CEO of the IRS. Social Security beneficiaries don't need a part-time commissioner! Especially now! READ OUR CEO'S STATEMENT::::
www.ncpssm.org/documents/la...
#bisignano #SSA #trump #socialsecurity @repjohnlarson.govpeeps.us

How Many Jobs Does the Social Security Commissioner Need? - NCPSSM

“The Trump administration has made an unprecedented — and unwise —- move by appointing Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano to serve simultaneously […]

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 7d

Would you buy prescription drugs from the guy who brought you Trump Steaks and Trump University? We wouldn't advise it. READ MORE HERE:
www.ncpssm.org/entitledtokn...
#trumprx #trump #prescriptiondrugprices #drugprices #medicare #medicarepartd

Let the Drug Pricing Games Begin! - NCPSSM

nder pressure from the White House, Big Pharma has been touting “discounts” via Direct to Consumer (DTC) websites. Meanwhile, the Trump administration promises to unveil its own prescription website, ...

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 8d

78% of Americans want Republicans to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits and re-open the government. This includes 57% of MAGA supporters! Hello, Trump and GOP? #shutdown #gop #trump #aca @kffhealthnews.org

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 8d

On this episode of our podcast, we answer your questions from Facebook — & TROLL THE TROLLS! Is it time to scrap the payroll wage cap? Is #SocialSecurity really running out of money? And how do you switch from #MedicareAdvantage to traditional #Medicare? LISTEN HERE: open.spotify.com/episode/6Ik6...

YET Q&A & Trolling the Trolls!

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 9d

Ever notice that Republicans don’t seem to want you to have health coverage? That’s what this shutdown is all about. #trump #republicans #shutdown @rbreich.bsky.social

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 9d

The Trump shutdown could not only interfere with Social Security; it could delay the announcement --- and possibly the payment of --- the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). #COLA #socialsecurity #trump #republicans #shutdown #SSA

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 10d

Trump's #shutdown is underway — and it could interfere with #SocialSecurity & #Medicare, even though payments should continue to go out. Trump's reckless threats make the situation more disturbing. READ MORE HERE:
#trump #republicans #congress @democrats.senate.gov www.ncpssm.org/entitledtokn...

Trump Shutdown Could Snag Social Security, Medicare - NCPSSM

In normal times, a government shutdown --- while unfortunate --- would not be cause for immediate alarm for people on Social Security and Medicare. But these are not normal times. The Trump administra...

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 11d

So if the gov't shuts down... Trump can cut whatever programs he wants, including #SocialSecurity & #Medicare? How is he on the side of the seniors who rely on these programs?

Jacob Bogage @jacobbogage.bsky.social · 11d

👀 Just Now -- President Trump in the Oval Office said a government shutdown gives his administration the power to cut benefit programs, which include Social Security and Medicare.

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“We can do things during the shutdown that are irreversible, that are bad for them, and irreversible by them, like cutting vast numbers of people out, cutting things that they like, cutting programs that they like. And, you all know Russell Vought. He’s become very popular recently because he can trim the budget to a level that you couldn't do any other way. So they're taking a risk by having a shutdown. Because of the shutdown, we can do things medically and other ways, including benefits. We can cut large numbers of people. We don't want to do that, but we don't want fraud, waste and abuse.”

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 11d

Here's what Trump said about a government shutdown during Obama's presidency. How about we keep helping people afford health coverage and KEEP THE GOV'T OPEN???
#shutdown #trump #republicans @democrats.senate.gov

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 11d

When Trump said he would cut drug prices by 1000% (!)... he should have said they'd go up by 100%.
#rxdrugs #drugprices #prescriptiondrugs
#trump
@democrats.senate.gov @murray.senate.gov

NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 12d

You can make a difference in the government shutdown fight. Tell your members of Congress to keep health care coverage assistance for millions of Americans!
#shutdown #trump #republicans #congress @americanprogressaction.org

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 14d

How would a government shutdown affect Social Security? READ HERE and find out::::
www.ncpssm.org/documents/ne... #shutdown #trump #republicans #congress #SSA @democrats.senate.gov @sanders.senate.gov @warren.senate.gov @repjohnlarson.govpeeps.us

How Would a Government Shutdown Affect Social Security? - NCPSSM

“In the event of a government shutdown, Social Security benefits will continue to be paid. The system hasn’t missed a payment in […]

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 15d

Trump & the GOP are ready to SHUT THE GOVERNMENT DOWN when they could simply continue assistance for people who want to keep their insurance. NOT OKAY!!!
@sanders.senate.gov @democrats.senate.gov
#ACA #trump #GOP #HealthCare

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 15d

Republicans are willing to shut the government down --- because they don't want to extend help for Americans trying to get health coverage through the ACA. Something's wrong here. www.aarp.org/advocacy/aca...
#GOP #Republicans #obamacare #governmentshutdown

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 16d

Social Security benefits will be automatically cut by about 20% in 2034 if Congress doesn't act. It's time to scrap the payroll wage cap --- NOT CUT BENEFITS by raising the retirement age. READ MORE HERE::: www.ncpssm.org/documents/so...
#retirement #socialsecurity #congress @rbreich.bsky.social

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NCPSSM @ncpssm.bsky.social · 16d

On this week's #podcast, we go behind the scenes of our new documentary, "SocialSecurity: 90 Years Strong!" w/ producer Melanie Reilly, editor Marcie Robusto, & director Walter Gottlieb. LISTEN HERE:
open.spotify.com/episode/5hnO... @socialsecurityworks.org #socialsecurity #fdr @kedseconomist.com

Social Security: 90 Years Strong --- Behind the Scenes of our New Documentary!

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