About the Issues
Americans should have the peace of mind that comes with knowing that their futures will be financially secure and they will have health coverage when they need it. Yet, millions of Americans worry every day about their health and long-term financial security. Find out more about these issues and then take action!
Our Platform
We believe that access to health care and long-term financial security are basic needs that all Americans share. Read more about the fundamental principles in the Divided We Fail platform.
Health Care
In America today, it is a struggle for millions of people to afford the health care they need. The threat of rising insurance premiums and the prospect of losing coverage has become a constant concern for too many American families.
Financial Security
Long-term financial security is a cornerstone of the American dream: if you work hard and follow the rules, you will be able to retire without financial worries. Yet this dream is being threatened.
Congressional Pledge
We're asking Members of Congress to commit to working in a bipartisan way to provide Americans with actions and answers on health and lifetime financial security.
Featured Articles
Faith Week
November 13, 2007— From November 17 through the 25, AARP will be reaching out to more than 200 diverse communities of faith to ask them to reflect on the most important domestic issues facing the nation.
Members of Congress urged to sign Congressional Pledge
October 2, 2007— The Divided We Fail leadership sent letters to all Members of Congress who have not yet signed the Congressional pledge to demonstrate their support of Divided We Fail principles.
Election Issue Surveys
August 23, 2007— Surveys of AARP members in early primary and caucus states explore how likely they are to change their candidate preferences as they learn more about the issues.
Personal Stories
April 23, 2007— Selected stories from our Millions of Voices campaign.
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