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Nevada Republicans Place a Heavy Wager on Romney

February 5, 2012 8:02 AM

Romney Gets Shot of Adrenaline From Florida’s Older Voters

February 1, 2012 6:49 AM

Early and Absentee Voting Enhances Clout of Older Voters

January 27, 2012 11:23 AM

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President Barack Obama, flanked by Vice President Joe Biden (L) and House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH), delivers his State of the Union address

Social Security, Medicare Scant in State of the Union Address

President calls for aggressive action to boost the economy. read

Return to Heart Mountain

Japanese-Americans interned during World War II reunite at their former camp. Watch

Can We Still Vote?

Without a valid photo ID, many older Americans will not be allowed to vote this year. read

5 Things to Watch in the 2012 Presidential Primaries

As the campaign heats up, here's what could separate the winner from the losers. read

Everything You Need to Know About the National Debt

Finally understand what everybody's talking about. read

Seniors' Programs Squeezed as Congress Approves 2012 Budget

After all the fuss, lawmakers' spending plan cuts 0.2 percent from 2011 budget. read

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Veterans in uniforms with flags - Veterans Day trivia quiz

How Much Do You Know About Veterans Day?

Take our quiz and find out. Do

Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

MLK's Living Legacy: How He Is Still Changing the World

Honoring the man who dared to dream. Watch

5 Myths About Old Glory

We the people love and honor the American flag but haven't mastered its whole truth. read

No New Homes for Poorest Older Adults

2012 budget will eliminate new construction of low-income housing. read

The Top 20 Celebrity Activists of All Time

An inside look at stars ranging from Harry Belafonte to Ronald Reagan. read

From the
Experts

Keep Healthy With Dr. Calver's Prescription of Moderation

These 10 simple commandments can help you become — and stay — physically fit. read