Janice Schakowsky: “All this talk about socialism. That is exactly what we heard when Medicare was suggested.”

I have always encouraged more participation in the democratic process.

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a vital lifeline for millions of low-income seniors, people with disabilities, and families struggling to make ends meet.

Older adults and people with disabilities deserve to live with dignity and age in place. Yet the United States still lacks a comprehensive long-term care policy that meets the needs of our most vulnerable communities.

I strongly objected to the idea of creating a fiscal commission, believing that the Members of Congress are fully capable of coming up with budget decisions.