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Social Security Is on the Brink of Collapse. The GOP Won't Touch It.

In 1950, there were more than 16 workers for every beneficiary. In 2035, that ratio will be only 2.3 workers per retiree.

Reason

McCarthy’s moderate Republican allies have their own debt-ceiling ideas

Ultraconservatives in the House have dominated the public discussion on the US debt ceiling, but Speaker Kevin McCarthy can’t afford to ignore GOP centrists if the country is to avoid a catastrophic payments default later this year.

Tribune News Service

GOPers plot to hike retirement age to 70

"Medicare and Social Security are non-negotiable," responded Democratic Rep. Mark Pocan

Salon

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Why do so many older adults choose Medicare Advantage?

In 2022, 48% of Medicare beneficiaries were enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans instead of original Medicare, and experts predict the number will be higher in 2023

The Independent UK

New GOP majority most extreme in history

The new GOP House majority — same as the old but worse

Salon

Commentary: Opioids don’t do enough for chronic pain sufferers

Chronic pain affects 1 in 6 people in the United States and around the world, and is the most common cause of disability. Yet medicine’s desperate attempts to treat chronic pain sparked the opioid epidemic. And while many promising non-opioid therapies exist, some of them newly developed, patients face innumerable…

Los Angeles Times

Medicare Starter Guide

Medicare is a federal health insurance program available to people 65 years of age or older, as well as to people with certain disabilities

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McConnell says McCarthy should take the lead on negotiating the debt ceiling standoff

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has placed the onus on House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to negotiate a debt ceiling solution with the White House.

WEKU

New WH chief is "health care profiteer"

"Jeff Zients has become astonishingly rich by profiteering in healthcare," watchdog group warns

Salon

Donald Trump and J.D. Vance Say No Cuts for Social Security. That's Impossible.

Social Security benefits will be cut automatically in less than a decade unless Congress shores up the program before it hits insolvency. Ignoring that is not a solution.

Reason

US Chamber of Commerce dips to second place in K Street spending - Roll Call

Mega-bills fueled the influence business in 2022, as lobbyists pivot to dealing with divided government in 2023.

Roll Call

The Government Wants To Overhaul Our Shonky Medicare System — Here’s What That Means For You

FINALLY.

Pedestrian.tv

Medicare to undergo major funding overhaul

Labor is preparing to open Medicare to a wider range of medical professionals in a bid to strengthen the scheme and ease pressure on doctors and hospitals.

AAP

‘Red flags’ raised over scheme to allow families of Pacific Island workers to join them in Australia

Families who relocate under federal scheme would not have access to Medicare, or relocation or housing costs, making move unviable for many, experts warn

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Tax facts: What is and isn’t calculated and how to maximise your return

Salary sacrifice, part-time work, other income – here's what is and isn't included when it comes to calulating your tax return.

Salon

Manchin pitches GOP Social Security deal

Advocacy group condemns Manchin for "negotiating with legislative terrorists"

Tribune News Service

Commentary: Americans unprepared for consequences of freewheeling federal spending

While waiting at a red light one day, my then-4-year-old son piped up from his car seat, “Mommy, the government should give everyone a dolphin.”

Los Angeles Times

Michael Hiltzik: The US economy is again being held hostage to our ridiculous federal debt ceiling

The individuals in charge of U.S. fiscal policy are often thought to be among the most sober people in the world, so you may be wondering why we're suddenly hearing ideas such as the minting of a trillion-dollar platinum coin or selling $100 face-value Treasury bonds for $200.

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As wait times and the financial pressures of COVID-19 increase, more people across Australia are delaying seeing the dentist

Dental practitioners say they're seeing a rise in tooth decay and damage, particularly among culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

The Guardian - AU

Australian doctors must rally for healthcare reform. But there are small steps we can take as well

It’s easy to feel hopeless at the glacial pace of change, but we – as medical professionals – each have a role to play in healing the system

Tribune News Service

White House says no debt bargaining as McCarthy urges talks

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Kevin McCarthy called on Democrats to engage in talks with Republicans over a fiscal plan including an increase in the federal debt limit, while the White House reiterated its rejection of such negotiations, highlighting the risk of a market-rattling battle over the ceiling later this year.

Tribune News Service

McCarthy calls for immediate negotiations on budget, debt limit

Roll Call

Parties dig in for protracted fight over debt ceiling - Roll Call

Top House Republicans want to talk to President Joe Biden about the debt ceiling, but Democrats are in no mood to negotiate.

Salon

Republican: People "want to work longer"

"Republicans want you to work until you die. Shameful," advocacy group says

AAP

General practice 'worst shape' in 40 years

Federal Health Minister Mark Butler warns Medicare is in the worst shape of its 40-year history and a comprehensive revamp is needed to make the sector viable.

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