I really appreciated the October cover story [“Where They Stand”]. What I feel would be more helpful is a fact-check on each of the candidates’ claims. At the end of the day, they can make all the claims they want about accomplishments and stands on the issues, but there is so much evidence to support (or not) their claims. As a voter and AARP member, I know I would find it more useful to help me understand when a candidate is just “politicking” and when their statements are actually based in truth.

Thanks for publishing the candidates’ responses to your questions. But I am very disappointed that you didn’t mention climate change—the most important issue of our time.

The article by Peter Perl [“The Hidden Dangers of Progressive Lenses,” October] is well-written and contained relevant and valuable information for preventing falls in the senior population. Thanks. I am 75 and have worn progressive lens for many years. Recently I have noticed how my vision is not clear when I am walking down stairs and exercising. Now I know why!