News & Analysis
10 Things You Need to Know Before Voting in the Midterm
How to register, voting early, researching a candidate and more
Voters Want Congress to Fix High Prescription Drug Prices
Midterm elections could determine if lawmakers act to make medicines more affordable
State Ballot Measures: From Medicaid to Marijuana
The elections also will give citizens the power to decide on voting rights and other issues
A Guide to Becoming An Informed Voter
Learn more about the candidates seeking your support in the midterm elections
Older Americans Are Worried About A Divided America
New AARP poll finds health care and Social Security will be deciding factors in their votes
Election Winners Could Determine Medicaid’s Future
New lawmakers will decide whether to cut or maintain the safety-net program’s benefits
Holding Congress Accountable for Health Care Votes
Find out how your lawmakers decided on two key Affordable Care Act repeal measures
Will the Next Congress Cut Medicare?
Midterms could influence whether lawmakers strengthen or weaken the program
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AARP on the Issues
State Fact Sheets Demonstrate Medicare’s Impact on the Economy
Medicare is one of the election's top issues, but some politicians don't recognize the contributions it makes to America's economy and health security.
Health Care Top Issue for Older Ohio Voters
Strong majority also concerned about the state’s opioid crisis and want the Medicaid expansion preserved, according to a Politico/AARP poll
VIDEO: Pledge to Vote to Keep Medicare and Medicaid Strong
The future of these programs will be determined by the politicians we elect this fall
Florida Candidates Tackle ‘Medicare for All’
Florida congressional candidates talked about protecting Medicare and keeping health insurance affordable at an AARP and Politico elections event
Social Security, Health Care Are Top Concerns for Older Florida Voters
Social Security, health care are the top issues on the minds of older Florida voters when they cast their ballots, according to a Politico/AARP poll
More Polling Places Accessible for People With Disabilities
Easier absentee balloting, mail voting and online services offer alternatives
Older Florida Voters Rate Trump High on Economy, National Security
Politico/AARP Florida poll finds the president’s approval rating not as high for health care, drug prices
How Secure Will Ballot Boxes Be This Election Season?
Feds and states are starting to beef up security and accuracy of voting machines
The Immense Power of the Older Voter
If candidates want to win, they better pay attention to the issues that matter to Americans 50-plus
AARP Launches Voter Engagement Campaign
AARP launched “Be the Difference. Vote,” a multifaceted campaign designed to maximize the influence of 50-plus voters in this year’s midterm elections.
Six Ways to Check Out a Candidate
Voters will be bombarded with information from different candidates. Here are different ways you can cut through the clutter and become an informed voter
Do You Need to Show ID to Vote?
Some states require a photo ID before you can cast your ballot
Election Season Heats Up
Ongoing primaries are leading the way to one of the most important midterm elections in decades
