Divided we fail

The AARP is advocating a platform called Divided We Fail. This platform essentially seeks to remove health care and long-term financial security from being partisan issues, and make them the concern of all legislators and members of Congress.

The AARP had a vendor booth at our local Traverse City Senior Expo last week. They encouraged people to sign their pledge to support those running for office who support the Divided We Fail platform.


DIVIDED WE FAIL PLATFORM
We believe that the opportunity to have access to health care and long-term financial
security is a basic need that all Americans share. We believe it is the foundation for
future generations.
We believe all Americans should have access to affordable, quality health care.
We believe…
All Americans should have access to affordable health care, including prescription drugs,
and these costs should not burden future generations.
We believe…
Wellness and prevention efforts, including changes in personal behavior such as diet and
exercise, should be top national priorities.
We believe…
Americans should have choices when it comes to long-term care — allowing them to
maintain their independence at home or in their communities with expanded and affordable
financing options.
We believe all Americans should have peace of mind about their future long-term
financial security.
We believe…
Our children and grandchildren should have an adequate quality of life when they retire. Social
Security must be strengthened without burdening future generations.
We believe…
Workers should be provided with financial incentives to save, should have access to effective
retirement plans, and should be able to keep working and contributing to society regardless
of age.
We believe…
Americans of all ages should have access to tools to help manage their finances, and save for the
future and better, easy to understand information to help them increase their financial literacy
and manage their money wisely.
We stand as strong champions for the new American dream — to build a 21st century America where
these issues are paramount so that all people can have the opportunity for a prosperous future. We also
believe that individuals, businesses, health care providers, non-profit organizations, and government must
work together to find solutions — personally, privately and publicly. We represent tens of millions of
Americans and we believe that all of us share a responsibility for making our society work and restoring
peace of mind to all Americans.
This is our platform for positive change and our commitment to current and future
generations. Together America will accomplish amazing things. Divided we fail.