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“Congressman John Larson announces intentions to seek 13th term”
January 14, 2022
In the News
“Congressman John Larson announces intentions to seek 13th term”
Originally published by Hartford Business Journal– Longtime Congressman John Larson, D-1st District, announced Friday morning his intentions to run for a 13th term. Larson, 73, sits on the influential House Ways and ...
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Larson Announces Reelection Campaign
January 14, 2022
Press Release
Larson Announces Reelection Campaign
East Hartford, CT – Today, Congressman John B. Larson (D-CT-01) released the following statement announcing his candidacy for reelection: “As we face a global pandemic that has increased our worries about the ...
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Democrats should make Social Security a top issue in the midterms — here’s how and why
December 27, 2021
Opinion
Democrats should make Social Security a top issue in the midterms — here’s how and why
Originally published by The Hill– The nation is facing a retirement income crisis. Social Security is unquestionably the nation’s most important source of retirement income. But the last time Congress expanded Social Security was ...
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Can Congressman John Larson Save Social Security?
December 16, 2021
In the News
Can Congressman John Larson Save Social Security?
Originally published by The National Interest– For the last several years, Democratic Congressman John Larson (D-CT) has been on a quest to save Social Security. Called Social Security 2100, the plan has ...
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This is why Congress needs to act on Social Security — right now
December 13, 2021
In the News
This is why Congress needs to act on Social Security — right now
Originally published by Market Watch– The pandemic placed the spotlight on the importance of Social Security and what it means to older Americans, who were among the hardest hit these last 21 ...
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‘The time for procrastination is over.’ How one Democratic lawmaker wants to fix Social Security
December 7, 2021
In the News
‘The time for procrastination is over.’ How one Democratic lawmaker wants to fix Social Security
Originally published by CNBC– It has been 39 years since Congress has taken action to change Social Security. Some House Democrats are hoping to change that with a bill to improve benefits ...
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Goodwin University opens OASIS center for student veterans
November 11, 2021
In the News
Goodwin University opens OASIS center for student veterans
Originally published by The Hartford Courant– Goodwin University, the unique and fast-growing East Hartford school known for its innovative approach and non-traditional student body, has opened a new on-campus resource center dedicated ...
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Congress has a new plan to fix Social Security. How it would change benefits
October 26, 2021
In the News
Congress has a new plan to fix Social Security. How it would change benefits
Originally published by CNBC– House Democrats are reintroducing a Social Security reform bill popular with their party. This time, it features some changes aimed at attracting more support from Republicans. The bill, ...
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Congressman Larson discusses social security bill
October 24, 2021
Videos
Congressman Larson discusses social security bill
(WFSB) – On Sunday morning, CT ’21’s Eric Parker is talking about social security. Most people pay into it, but will we get what we expect out of it when it’s time ...
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Bill in Congress Would Change How Social Security Works
October 22, 2021
In the News
Bill in Congress Would Change How Social Security Works
Originally published by The National Interest– Social Security has been in the news a lot in recent months. First, the Social Security Administration released a report stating that the main trust fund ...
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This Proposal on Capitol Hill Could Impact Your Social Security (And Your Paycheck)
October 20, 2021
In the News
This Proposal on Capitol Hill Could Impact Your Social Security (And Your Paycheck)
Originally published by Yahoo Finance– Big changes to Social Security could be coming. A new proposal from U.S. Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) calls for a benefit bump for current and new Social Security beneficiaries, ...
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Social Security beneficiaries to see 5.9 percent pay boost
October 13, 2021
In the News
Social Security beneficiaries to see 5.9 percent pay boost
Originally published by Roll Call– Social Security recipients will get a 5.9 percent boost in benefits next year, representing the highest cost-of-living adjustment in almost four decades, the Social Security Administration announced ...
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