Political Quotes

On the recordJuly 12, 2023
Half of the seniors rely on Social Security for most of their income.
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Sheldon Whitehouse
Democratic · Rhode Island

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Whitehouse emphasizes the importance of Social Security for seniors' financial stability.

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