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Seniors Honor Bunning With Lawmaker Of The Month Award

Senator Jim Bunning (R-KY) has received a Lawmaker of the Month Award from the 60 Plus Association, a national senior citizens organization with more than 10,000 members in the Bluegrass State.

Seniors Honor Barton With Lawmaker Of The Month Award

Congressman Joe Barton (R-TX) has received a Lawmaker of the Month Award from the 60 Plus Association, a national senior citizens organization with 819 members in the 6th Congressional District.

Remarks At The Politics Of Pain Management Briefing, U.S. House Of Representatives

As President of a national seniors organization that calls on 5 million seniors for support, I have increasingly become more aware of the silent crisis many of America’s seniors face — the so-called “invisible” disease of chronic pain. Seniors are among one of the largest segments of the population that suffer from chronic pain and inadequate treatment of that pain. As our age rises, so do the number of aches and pains.” says 60 Plus’ President, Jim Martin.

Letter Opposing S.139 To Members Of Senate Committee On Aging

James Martin sends letter to Senator Craig: “As Chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, you are a proven fighter for seniors. Accordingly, I’d like to bring to your attention legislation that, if enacted, would be very detrimental to the elderly.”

A Funding Father

Many conservatives today listen, learn, and heed the advice articulated by the radio talk show icon. But before Rush, conservatives for nearly 40 years looked to Richard Viguerie, the funding father of the conservative movement, for the “right word” on policy and politics. Before Limbaugh, it was Viguerie whose mail was delivered over hill and dale, through rain, sleet, and snow, to conservative donors and activists, prodding them to take action.

Seniors Support Houses Of Worship Free Speech Restoration Act

The 60 Plus Association supports U.S. Representative Walter Jones (R-NC) and his bill, HR 235, calling for first amendment rights to be recognized and upheld whenever houses of worship elect to weigh-in on moral and political issues of the day.

Graham Formula For Floridians’ Financials Falls Short

A recent poll shows Florida Senator and 2004 presidential hopeful Bob Graham trailing President Bush by 12 points in his own home state.

Seniors Honor Congressman Burns With A Lawmaker Of The Month Award

Congressman Max Burns (R-GA) has earned a Lawmaker of the Month Award from the 60 Plus Association, a national senior citizens organization.

Promises Made…Promises Kept

“Among the many promises President George W. Bush made when he successfully ran for the Presidency in 2000, one was a prescription drug benefit plan for seniors. “He promised that he would work hard to provide a prescription drug benefit which would help senior citizens meet the escalating costs of medications. The President is delivering on that promise now, and senior citizens will greatly benefit from his efforts.

Pat Boone Joins The 60 Plus Association

World renowned entertainer, Pat Boone, has been named National Spokesperson for the 60 Plus Association, a rapidly growing senior citizen lobby entering its 11th year.