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Politics

Politics

Politics

As engaged citizens and voters, older adults have important insight into today's politics at the local, state, and federal levels.

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50+ Voters' Concerns Will Show Up in Midterm Election: AARP Surveys of 2022 Battleground States

Voters age 50-plus from 10 battleground states were surveyed on issues of relevance to this influential voting bloc.

Date: June 1, 2022

Registered Voters 50+ in Mississippi Consider Medicaid Expansion Important

Mississippi voters age 50-plus support Medicaid expansion, particularly for low-income residents.

Date: January 5, 2022

She's the Difference: South Carolina Survey Results

Older women voters in South Carolina share opinions on 2020 election issues, including health care and the economy.

Date: February 14, 2020

Tennessee 50+ Voters

Tennessee 50+ voters express their views on a range of issues affecting their state.

Date: February 12, 2018

Alaska 50+ Voters

Alaska 50+ voters express their views on a range of issues affecting their state.

Date: February 12, 2018

Block Grants and Per Capita caps Pose Risks for Medicaid Beneficiaries and for States

Recent proposals would change the way the federal government pays for the Medicaid program.

Date: February 12, 2018

Who’s Gained Affordable Care Act Coverage with Financial Help?

This Fact Sheet takes a closer look at the 1.4 million adults ages 50-64 who gained health insurance coverage

Date: January 23, 2017

African American/Black Social Issues Study

Study of African-Americans/Blacks age 50+ shows high quality health care and financially secure retirement are most important.

Date: June 4, 2014

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