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Devote adequate resources—the nation should devote sufficient resources to ensure access to benefits and adequate benefit levels for all who qu

A variety of government policies and employer practices safeguard the rights of workers to fair treatment, safety in the workplace, and a measure of financial security.

All levels of government have developed standards and guidance to ensure fair employment practices. They address wages, working conditions, and other aspects of work.

In addition to Social Security and Medicare, employers are required to participate in two forms of insurance to protect their workers (see also

Older workers may choose to or need to continue working. However, they face discrimination based on age, especially in layoffs and hiring.

Promote transparency—proper accountability and oversight of government spending requires a transparent budget process negotiated by elected off

Raise adequate revenue—the tax system must produce enough revenue to pay for important national, state, and local priorities.

Protect people from discrimination—freedom from discrimination is a fundamental right.

The following principles guide AARP’s efforts to promote and sustain individual and population health and improve the health care system by ensuring access

The poverty rate for Americans age 65 and older has seen a sharp decline since 1959, when one-third of older adults lived in po