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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
AARP New York Celebrates 90 Years of Social Security with Statewide Takeover and Call to Protect It for Future Generations
From a double-decker bus tour through Manhattan, landmark light-ups from Times Square to Niagara Falls, to pizza shop conversations across the state, AARP New York brought Social Security's impact to life Click here to learn more about Social Security in New York NEW YORK, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, AARP New York led a statewide celebration of Social Security's 90th anniversary, bringing together communities across the state to honor a program that has provided generations of New Yorkers with financial security, dignity, and peace of mind. From Manhattan's Times Square to landmark light-ups stretching from Grand Central to Niagara Falls, the celebrations highlighted the program's historic success while emphasizing the urgent need to protect and strengthen it for current and future generations. "In New York and across the country, Social Security is more than a check: it's a lifeline earned through a lifetime of hard work," said Beth Finkel, AARP New York State Director. "Social Security is one of the most successful and popular programs in our nation's history, and for 90 years, it has never missed a payment. Today's celebrations honored that promise of dignity and financial stability, while recommitting to protecting and strengthening it for our kids and grandkids." Social Security's impact in New York is significant: nearly one in five New York State residents—about 3.76 million people—receive Social Security, pumping $79 billion into the state's economy each year. For 38% of older New Yorkers, the program provides at least half of their income. AARP New York's events included: Times Square Takeover & "We Earned It" Bus Tour: The night kicked off at Times Square with a towering billboard celebrating Social Security's 90th anniversary, followed by a double-decker bus tour featuring more than 50 AARP volunteers, everyday New Yorkers, State Director Beth Finkel, and special guest AARP CEO Myechia Minter-Jordan. As the bus traveled through Midtown and Lower Manhattan, riders shared personal stories about how Social Security has impacted their lives. Skyline Salute: Iconic landmarks across New York State, from Times Square to Niagara Falls, were illuminated in red, white, and blue as a visual tribute to a program that has never missed a payment in nine decades, highlighting its reliability, reach, and impact. Sites included: Albany International Airport Gateway Alfred E. Smith State Office Building Empire State Plaza State Education Building The H. Carl McCall SUNY Building The "Franklin D. Roosevelt" Mid-Hudson Bridge Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge Bronx Borough Hall Brooklyn Borough Hall Kosciuszko Bridge 1WTC Grand Central Terminal - Pershing Square Viaduct Manhattan Municipal Building Moynihan Train Hall MTA LIRR - East End Gateway at Penn Station NYC City Hall Oculus Times Square billboard Queens Borough Hall Staten Island Borough Hall Niagara Falls Niagara Parks Peace Bridge 3 City Center Fairport Lift Bridge over the Erie Canal Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center Legacy Tower Monroe County Government Office One East Avenue Rochester City Hall The Bachelor Forum The Metropolitan Rochester The Nathaniel Tower 280 Midtown State Fairgrounds – Main Gate & Expo Center Syracuse City Hall Nassau County Executive Building Suffolk County Executive Building "Slice of the Story" Pizza Shop Conversations: In the weeks leading up to Social Security's 90th anniversary, AARP brought the celebration to local pizzerias statewide, from Albany to Long Island and all five boroughs of New York City. Over a slice of classic New York pizza, older adults shared with their local Congressmembers how their earned Social Security benefits—"their slice of the pie"—have provided financial security for themselves and their families. AARP's New York celebrations are part of the AARP nationwide "We Earned It" campaign, which honors Social Security's past while advocating for bipartisan solutions in Washington to secure its future. Social Security has helped generations of Americans avoid poverty, live with dignity in retirement, and provide financial security for their families. Nationwide, nearly 69 million Americans receive Social Security payments, while over 183 million workers contribute to ensure the program's future. "For 90 years, Social Security has been the bedrock of financial security and dignity in retirement, helping millions of Americans, especially the 40% of older adults who rely on it as their primary income, stay out of poverty after a lifetime of hard work. As a New Yorker, I'm proud to be here in New York City, surrounded by iconic landmarks lit up in red and white, to celebrate this milestone with New Yorkers. Together, we're shining a spotlight on the urgent need to protect and strengthen Social Security," said AARP CEO Myechia Minter-Jordan. In honor of Social Security's 90th anniversary, Governor Kathy Hochul issued a statewide proclamation recognizing August 14, 2025, as Social Security Day in New York. In New York City, the New York City Council also passed a resolution to mark August 14 as Social Security Day annually, highlighting the critical role Social Security plays in helping millions of New Yorkers live with dignity, stability, and peace of mind. AARP is proud to celebrate Social Security's 90th Anniversary while calling on our leaders to protect and strengthen the program for millions of New Yorkers, today and for future generations. Connect with AARP New York on X: @AARPNY, Facebook: AARP New York and LinkedIn: AARP New York About AARP AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering Americans 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health security, financial stability and personal fulfillment. AARP also works for individuals in the marketplace by sparking new solutions and allowing carefully chosen, high-quality products and services to carry the AARP name. As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AARP New York
Malaysian Reserve
24-06-2025
- General
- Malaysian Reserve
AARP SEEKS 2025 ANDRUS AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE NOMINEES
Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in Their Community NEW YORK, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EN ESPAÑOL — AARP is accepting nominations for its 2025 New York Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors New Yorkers age 50 and older who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members. 'Once again, we are excited to shine a light on New Yorkers age 50 and older who are using what they've learned in life to make a difference in the lives around them,' said Beth Finkel, AARP New York State Director. 'Is there someone you know doing great volunteer work? We want to know.' Nominations will be evaluated by AARP New York staff based on how the volunteer's work has improved the community, reflected AARP's vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers. The award recipient will be announced in November 2025 AARP New York Andrus Award for Community Service nominees must meet the following eligibility requirements: Nominee must be 50 years or older. The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must have been performed on a volunteer basis, without pay. Volunteers receiving small stipends to cover the costs associated with the volunteer activity are eligible. The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must reflect AARP's vision and purpose. The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must be replicable and provide inspiration for others to volunteer. Partisan political achievements, accomplishments or service may not be considered. Couples or partners who perform service together are also eligible; however, teams are not eligible. Previous Andrus Award recipients are not eligible. Volunteers serving on the Andrus Award selection committee are not eligible. AARP staff members are not eligible. This is not a posthumous award. For more information and a nomination form, please contact Kemba Tamar, AARP New York Associate State Director for Volunteer Engagement and Resources, by email at nyaarp@ Or visit The application deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society. ABOUT AARP AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest-circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media.
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
AARP SEEKS 2025 ANDRUS AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE NOMINEES
Annual Award Recognizes Those Who Make a Powerful Difference in Their Community NEW YORK, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EN ESPAÑOL -- AARP is accepting nominations for its 2025 New York Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors New Yorkers age 50 and older who are sharing their experience, talent, and skills to enrich the lives of their community members. "Once again, we are excited to shine a light on New Yorkers age 50 and older who are using what they've learned in life to make a difference in the lives around them," said Beth Finkel, AARP New York State Director. "Is there someone you know doing great volunteer work? We want to know." Nominations will be evaluated by AARP New York staff based on how the volunteer's work has improved the community, reflected AARP's vision and mission, and inspired other volunteers. The award recipient will be announced in November 2025 AARP New York Andrus Award for Community Service nominees must meet the following eligibility requirements: Nominee must be 50 years or older. The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must have been performed on a volunteer basis, without pay. Volunteers receiving small stipends to cover the costs associated with the volunteer activity are eligible. The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must reflect AARP's vision and purpose. The achievements, accomplishments, or service on which the nomination is based must be replicable and provide inspiration for others to volunteer. Partisan political achievements, accomplishments or service may not be considered. Couples or partners who perform service together are also eligible; however, teams are not eligible. Previous Andrus Award recipients are not eligible. Volunteers serving on the Andrus Award selection committee are not eligible. AARP staff members are not eligible. This is not a posthumous award. For more information and a nomination form, please contact Kemba Tamar, AARP New York Associate State Director for Volunteer Engagement and Resources, by email at nyaarp@ Or visit The application deadline is Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. The AARP Andrus Award for Community Service is an annual awards program developed to honor individuals whose service is a unique and valuable contribution to society. ABOUT AARP AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the more than 100 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest-circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit or follow @AARP, @AARPenEspañol and @AARPadvocates on social media. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AARP New York
Newsweek
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Andrew Cuomo's Chances of Winning New York Democratic Primary: Polls
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo has pulled ahead from his Democratic rivals as he seeks to win the party's primary in June, according to the latest poll. The city's former attorney general must battle a string of candidates to win the nomination, but is no longer facing incumbent Democratic Mayor Eric Adams, who has dropped out of the primary to run as an independent candidate instead in the November election. Cuomo is currently leading the race with 34 percent of respondents saying he would be their first choice among the Democratic candidates. His nearest rival, Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, was supported by 16 percent of those surveyed. Newsweek has reached out to representatives for Cuomo and Mamdani via email, seeking comment on the latest polling results. New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo speaks at an event on March 10, 2025, in New York City. New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo speaks at an event on March 10, 2025, in New York City. DavidWhy It Matters The office of New York City Mayor wields considerable power and the politician is sure to play an influential role not only in the city, but also in state and even national politics. Now that Adams has stepped aside from the Democratic race, there is one less rival to beat in the primary, and a larger share of votes will be available, with Cuomo so far the clear favorite to win the party's nomination. What To Know When New Yorkers were asked who would receive their first-choice vote, 34 percent chose Cuomo. That placed him well ahead of Mamdani (16 percent), Comptroller Brad Lander (6 percent), former Comptroller Scott Stringer (6 percent), and City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams (6 percent). Cuomo's rating was fueled by definitive support from older voters. When only voters aged 50 or older were asked, he received 42 percent of the first-choice votes. The results were announced on Tuesday. The survey was conducted by the Siena College Research Institute (SCRI), sponsored by the Big Apple branch of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP New York). The polling was carried out between April 7 to April 10, and questioned 811 registered voters in the city. Of those, 556 identified as registered Democrats. Voters were surveyed via a combination of landline, cell phone, and online interviews, with a margin of error of 3.7 percentage points for all voters and 4.9 percentage points for Democrats, the pollsters stated. AARP New York said the findings showed that older New Yorkers are poised to decide the election, meaning candidates must seek to address the concerns of this demographic, such as safety and housing issues. Cuomo, the son of former New York governor Mario Cuomo, served as 56th governor of New York from 2011 until he resigned in 2021 following a slew of sexual harassment allegations, although he denies the claims and has avoided criminal charges. He still faces a potential battle on another legal front, however, with House Oversight Chair James Comer requesting that the Department of Justice (DOJ) investigate and potentially prosecute him for allegedly lying to Congress about New York State's handling of the Covid-19 pandemic in nursing homes. Cuomo's spokesperson Rich Azzopardi told Politico the claims were "nonsense," adding: "As the DOJ constantly reminds people, this kind of transparent attempt at election interference and law-fare violates their own policies." Mayor Eric Adams has faced his own legal battles centered on corruption allegations. He denies wrongdoing and the case was dropped earlier this month. Early polling conducted last month, shortly after Cuomo announced his candidacy in the mayoral race, suggested that Cuomo was performing well against incumbent Adams. What People Are Saying Beth Finkel, AARP New York State Director, said: "Older New Yorkers are engaged, informed, and eager to shape the future of their city — and this poll shows their voices will make the difference in the race for mayor. The issues most important to older New Yorkers — affordability, housing, safety, and aging in place — must be front and center in this campaign. Candidates ignore older voters at their peril." SCRI director Don Levy, who drilled down into the nitty gritty of the poll, said: "New Yorkers are giving the mayoral candidates a clear message – if you want my vote, tell me how you're gonna make life in the Big Apple more affordable and how you're gonna increase the supply of affordable housing. Crime remains a concern of voters, but over 90 percent say just affording life is a problem across all of New York City." What Happens Next New York's primary is on June 24, when voters will select the nominees for the November general election.
Yahoo
16-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
PIX on Politics Daily: NYC mayoral election poll
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Welcome to PIX on Politics Daily with Dan Mannarino, where we break down the day's political news, headlines, and issues that matter most to you through in-depth conversation. Join us daily on PIX11+ streaming at 1 p.m. as we invite the newsmakers, lawmakers, and key players shaping policies that impact local communities. More Local News On Wednesday, Henry Rosoff was joined by AARP New York State Director Beth Finkel to discuss a new poll of registered city voters released Tuesday by AARP New York and the Siena College Research Institute that found former Gov. Andrew Cuomo leads the field in the race for New York City mayor. Watch the video player for the full interview. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
