July 2011

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The Debt Ceiling -- Tell me What You Think

Dear Friends, On August 2, the federal government will reach the "debt ceiling." The government will no longer have Congressional authorization to make payments that increase the debt. This would mean we could not pay back debt that has accumulated...

Celebrating Our Independence by Remembering Those Who Served

Dear Friends, As we celebrate our independence with fireworks, picnics, parades, and fun today, I hope you’ll join me in remembering the men and women who protect the freedom and liberty we are celebrating. We must never forget the sacrifices and...

Making Medicare Sustainable

Dear Friends, Today marks the 45th anniversary of the first Medicare benefits going into effect, on July 1, 1966. In its first year, roughly 19 million Americans over the age of 65 were enrolled in Medicare. Now, at least 47 million people are on...