Tag Archives: Evan Carmen
Tariffs Could Make for a Rockier Retirement – B’nai B’rith International
Recently, I have found myself checking the stock market a few times a day. Like many people, I have accounts invested for retirement. Every paycheck I add money into my account, expecting to use the funds later in life. Usually, I read my quarterly statements and don’t check the market daily. Read more » »
Here We Go Again: Critical Assistance Programs Under Attack – B’nai B’rith International
I remembered starting my job at B’nai B’rith in 2017 and feeling like all my attention was being monopolized by Congress’ attempt to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Media outlets were constantly updating their websites on which swing votes supported or opposed Congress’ efforts. Read more » »
LA Wildfires: The Unique Impact on Older Adults – B’nai B’rith International
Anyone who has seen the images of the wildfires that raged across Los Angeles in January has certainly been taken aback by the devastation. The photos and videos paint a picture of an apocalyptic world. At least 29 people were killed in the fires. Thousands more have lost their homes and everything in them. Read more » »
Social Security Fairness Act Becomes a Law! – B’nai B’rith International
I remember watching cable news constantly last month as Congress raced to avoid a shutdown. For two days it was wall-to-wall coverage detailing a variety of plans to keep the government open. Thankfully, a government shutdown was averted. Read more » »
Congress Skews Older: Why? – B’nai B’rith International
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard people comment on the age of our elected officials, especially in Congress and the White House. I hear, “Members of Congress are so old, and don’t accurately represent our country.” On its face, many of our country’s most recognizable elected officials are older adults. Read more » »
Holocaust Survivors Whose Lives are Bookended by War – B’nai B’rith International
In the Spring of 2022, I wrote a blog entitled, “Russian Invasion of Ukraine Leaves Horrific Toll on Seniors.” The article detailed the horrific stories of how seniors were coping with the war. About two and half years later, the war is raging on. I recently thought about updating that 2022 blog post. Read more » »
Seniors on Election Day: Serving America and Helping to Facilitate Democracy – B’nai B’rith International
As a political junkie, I can recall every voting precinct I have cast a ballot. I’ve performed voter protection work as a lawyer, in 2008, at a precinct in Virginia. During these experiences, poll workers were the unsung heroes who facilitated democracy. Often, these public servants report before sunrise and stay past sunset. Read more » »
Becoming an Olympic Athlete: Age is Just a Number – B’nai B’rith International
Over the past couple of months, my house has been dominated by one thing: the Olympics and Paralympic Games. My wife has been glued to the television watching gymnastics, swimming and para swimming. Read more » »
The Affordable Care Act 14: The Impact on Older Adults – B’nai B’rith International
Remember in 2010 when President Obama signed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) into law? Afterwards, discussions about the legislation monopolized our political discourse; people had strong opinions on both sides of the debate. Those conversations continued in earnest until the summer of 2017 when Congress’ effort failed to repeal and replace the ACA. Read more » »
Prescription Drugs for Seniors: A Trip Back in Time – B’nai B’rith International
Who remembers as a kid learning how a bill becomes a law? While I can’t remember the exact grade, I remember my teacher showing the video from School House Rock: “I’m Just a Bill.” When I was a kid, this short video was a staple of social studies classrooms. It’s a three-minute animated cartoon explaining how a bill becomes a law. Read more » »
