Social Security 2024 Increase Angers Some Americans
Posted By: OhioNick, 12/12/2023 11:08:08 PM
While Social Security is set to increase by 3.2 percent in 2024, many seniors are worried about how the limited inflation adjustment will keep them afloat. [SNIP] The concerns are growing, as nearly three in five seniors said they were struggling financially, and 70 percent of single seniors already struggle with their existing Social Security income. The ramifications of the small COLA boost could be severe, with around two in five seniors saying they plan to seek employment due to the modest increase. For single seniors specifically, 47 percent said they would consider employment to supplement their incomes.
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Senate Staffer Caught Making Hardcore
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Senator Identified 31 replies
Porn in Capitol Office Building, Democrat
Senator Identified 31 replies
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A “delightful, well-bred young man who is a credit to his employer and his parents” is the first thing that springs to mind, right?
Maybe 20 years ago.
Lemme set the WayBack Machine, Sherman, for the halls of Congress – two days ago.
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