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Maintaining trust and confidence in the government requires strong democratic processes and government institutions.
Government budgets reflect the priorities of policymakers. They specify what programs and activities the government will support and how to raise the money needed to fund them.
Consumer spending is responsible for more than two-thirds of U.S. economic output. Older adults are responsible for a disproportionate share of consumer spending.
A livable community is one that is safe and secure. It offers choices in where to live and how to get around.
Older adults, like everyone, have the right to be treated with dignity and respect and to be free from discrimination.
Access to affordable and reliable telecommunications, energy, water, and sewer services is crucial to health and economic well-being.