Social Security

Chris Christie Proposes 'Toxic' Cuts to Social Security, Medicare

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie reappeared on the national stage on Wednesday when he proposed cutting Social Security and Medicare benefits even though significant changes to the entitlement programs "have long been considered toxic in U.S. politics."

Latino Households Account for Over 20 Percent of Texas and Calif. Economy

A study by the Partnership for a New American Economy found that Latino households make over 20 percent of the economy in Texas and California.

Sony Hack: FBI Investigates Cyber Crime After Celebrities' Social Security Numbers Stolen

The hack of Sony Pictures Entertainment has resulted in the exposure of about 47,000 Social Security numbers, including those of Hollywood celebrities.

Social Security Benefits to Increase 1.7 Percent in 2015

With an increase of 1.7% for Social Security checks, the the average retired worker will receive $22 each month.

Supreme Court's Contraception Ruling for Hobby Lobby Could Have Reach Far Beyond Women’s Rights to Choose

On Tuesday, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments regarding the Affordable Care Act's requirement that for-profit corporations provide insurance coverage for contraception, according to the "New York Times."

Immigrants Fund Medicare and Social Security, Providing $115 Billion Surplus

Contrary to warnings from conservative think tanks like the Heritage Foundation, a new study shows immigrants pay far more into government services like Medicare and Social Security than they take out.
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