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When you least expect it, someone may actually listen to what you have to say.
-- maggie kuhn, founder
Sen. Bernie Sanders Introduces the Older Americans Act Reauthorization
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) just introduced a bill to reauthorize the Older Americans Act (OAA). This landmark legislation is the backbone of services to America's aging population and supports essential programs for seniors. Sen. Sanders has remained a champion in working for the rights of older Americans, and under his leadership, this legislation has been improved and strengthened at this critical time when older Americans need it most. Gray Panthers applauds Sen. Sanders for his commitment to helping and protecting older Americans and are in full support of the reauthorization of this important legislation.
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Help the Gray Panthers Fight Truth Decay!
Our founder, Maggie Kuhn, said we need to be “watchdogs” that bark when danger is near.
Gray Panther media watchdogs are needed to report and challenge lies about Social Security
they observe in news media. >> See the progress of our campaign!
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gray panthers & the united nations
At the UN, we advocate for social justice and peace throughout the world and work to eliminate ageism, racism, and sexism. Gray Panthers represents "Civil Society" --the real people. In 1981, Gray Panthers gained official nongovernmental organization (NGO) status at the United Nations and has been active ever since.>> more
One study by Citizens for Tax Justice shows that corporate state tax avoidance is about $14 billion for one year. Meanwhile, another study by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities reveals that state education cuts amount to about $12.7 billion for one year. Source: Buzzflash.com
