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From big screen to the computer screen
It’s summertime, and that means it’s time for popcorn, snacks, and blockbuster movies on the silver screen. Have you noticed that many of the heroes seem to be of a certain age? In fact, some of them are old enough…
Life After War
A Marine from 2000-2006, Wilson served in Bosnia, East Africa, and Iraq. He moved to Washington, D.C., in 2006. And although he was thankful to come out of the experience with “all his fingers and toes,” the transition was tough. It…
Social Security unveils new disability process for vets
On Memorial Day we paid tribute to the men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.We also shared some news about Social Security disability benefits for veterans with disabilities: a new expedited disability process.The Social Security Administration…
Senators Debate Social Security Fixes
On Wednesday, the Senate Finance Committee’s subcommittee on Social Security, Pensions and Family held a hearing at which the political differences, and the possible solutions, around Social Security were highlighted. Four experts testified, and three senators made statements, at the…
Yes, Some People Will Have to Pay Back Their Obamacare Subsidies
Obamacare offers subsidies to help pay for health insurance – if you are buying insurance through the federal exchange and your income qualifies. But now the word is out that at least 1 million people are probably getting the wrong…
Trainers society to help people with disabilities
On Monday afternoon, Kathleen Martinez, the assistant secretary of labor for disability employment policy, and the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society (PBATS) signed an alliance agreement to promote disability employment and total inclusion for people with disabilities in the workforce.…
Saving for Retirement — Without the Government
We can all agree that it’s good for Americans to save for retirement. But should the government expand from providing old-age entitlement benefits to controlling personal retirement investments as well? Whether you want to or not, we’re forced to pay into…
Disability doesn’t hold back veteran
The difference between a college campus and a military base wasn’t that big for Danville Community College graduate Spencer Walker. The biggest change is that Walker spent his time at DCC in a wheelchair. The disabled veteran graduated magna cum…
Mandatory savings could help prepare for retirement
Most people don’t like thinking about setting money aside. So the next move is to make it happen automatically. What’s the worst barrier to a comfortable retirement? You, me, us. Read more… Notice: The “Read more…” link provided above connects…
JOHN MCCAIN: LET VETERANS CHOOSE THEIR OWN HEALTH CARE
Sen. John McCain (R-AZ) suggested that the military allow veterans the option of choosing their own health care, rather than being forced to rely on military hospitals. McCain pointed to reports of forty soldiers dying in Phoenix waiting for healthcare services…