Seniors Issues
America’s seniors have spent a lifetime paying into Social Security and Medicare, saving for their retirement, and preparing for their golden years. They deserve to be able to collect on their all of their hard work. That’s why I’m working hard to ensure that Social Security and Medicare are preserved not only for current retirees, but for generation of seniors to come.
I’m standing up for Illinois seniors by:
- Defending benefits provided to seniors through the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The ACA closed the Medicare Part D “donut hole,” extended Medicare solvency, and increased access for annual wellness visits. I support these benefits and will fight any efforts to repeal them.
- Standing up against efforts to privatize Social Security or end Medicare by replacing it with a voucher program. These proposals will hurt seniors. I support reforms that will make Social Security and Medicare more efficient without reducing benefits for our seniors.
- Expanding Medicare coverage to ensure that seniors have access to the best healthcare available.
- Protecting the solvency of Social Security and Medicare for future generations. Medicare and Social Security solvency is one of the most contentious issues in Congress and has led to a variety of radical proposals. I’m committed to responsibly reforming Medicare and Social Security to ensure the longevity of these programs.
For more information concerning my work and views on Seniors' issues, please contact me.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you.
See also Senior Citizens' Resources.
