Ask the Advisor: Is the Government Continuing to Withhold Totalization Information Sought By TSCL?
Q: I saw an article saying that our government is withholding documents pertaining to Social Security agreement with Mexico. Is that situation still the same?

Right to Buy Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Without a Prescription Targeted
Your right to purchase vitamins and mineral supplements may be in danger.

Members of Congress Recognize TSCL Efforts on Behalf of Seniors
Two allies of seniors in Congress recently honored TSCL by paying tribute to outgoing Chairman George Smith and Vice Chair Dottie Holmes.

TSCL Member Benefits: The Benefits of Membership in TSCL!
RxSavings Plus. Save up to 55% on prescription drugs. For information, call (877) 673-3688 or visit them online at www.advancerx.com.

Congressional Corner: Privatization Pulls the Security Out of Social Security
I have always said one thing; I am here to put the best interests of my community on the table.

Notch Bulletin: "Everything is Increasing Except the Checks"
We just want to thank you all for continuing to fight for the "Notch Baby" issue. We could sure use that $5,000 at this time. Seems everything is increasing except the checks. My wife didn't even get a Social Security increase. — Joe

Many States Rejecting New Requirement of Medicare Drug Benefit
Many states are "openly resisting" a provision of the new Medicare drug law.

Legislative Update: What Happens When The Social Security Surplus Is Gone?
President Bush set off an uproar earlier this year when he said, "There is no trust fund — just IOUs."

Vote On Social Security Delayed; TSCL Pushes to Correct the Notch, More Fair COLAs
Congressional action on restructuring Social Security may take place this fall, but many experts believe it increasingly unlikely that any legislation will pass this year.

September 2005 Essma Archives