It's time for Joe Biden to abandon the race

[ad_1] Recently questioned about why he ran for president, Joe Biden urged a reporter to explain that his ambition was ardent. "Can I die happy not to have heard" Hail to the Chief "?" Biden asked before answering his own question saying, "Yes, I could." It's good to know because it will make the next … Read more

GOP plan to reduce social security to compensate for paid parental leave would weaken retirement security – Raw Story

[ad_1] Two recently introduced bills allowing workers to exchange part of their future Social Security pension benefits for parental leave benefits after the birth or adoption of a child would undermine the benefits and structure of Social Security which would weaken the retirement security offered to workers. The United States needs paid leave, but it … Read more

Texas, long the stronghold of the Republicans, does it really play for Democrats in 2020? | American News

[ad_1] At a party after the Democratic presidential debate in Houston on Thursday, the Texas Democrats marveled at the new status of their state as a "battleground". There has been little effort to hide their pride in their native sons, Julián Castro and Beto O'Rourke, who compete with top contenders, Joe Biden, Elizabeth Warren and … Read more

3 early social security claim scenarios make more sense than waiting

[ad_1] Social security is now a substantial source of income for millions of pensioners. That's why we usually advise older people do not file claims at the beginning. Although your benefits are calculated on the basis of your average salary (adjusted for inflation) during the 35 most profitable years of your employment, you are only … Read more

The bridges of Wildwood House collapse, injuring several people, police say

[ad_1] WILDWOOD – At least two bridges collapsed early Saturday night in a three-story residential building, causing injuries, according to first responders. The images released by 6 ABC Action News show a major emergency intervention on Baker Avenue, while remains of the fallen structures are on the sidewalk below. The outside seems to have two … Read more

A former comrade reportedly told the FBI of another allegation of Kavanaugh

[ad_1] Judge Brett Kavanaugh, a Supreme Court candidate, listens to the US Senate Judiciary Committee's confirmation hearing at Capitol Hill, Washington, USA, on September 4, 2018.Joshua Roberts / Reuters Former classmate of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh tried last year to dismiss US senators and the FBI on another allegation of sexual misconduct, the New … Read more

Eric Holder: Proceeding to a trial after the presidency would be a "cost to the nation" | Video

[ad_1] DAVID AXELROD, CNN: Do you think Congress should proceed? It's a different question than whether they can, if they have an investigation. Is destitution a wise thing to do at this point, and would they be fleeing their responsibilities if they did not proceed? FORMER ATTORNEY GENERAL ERIC HOLDER: I think they should proceed … Read more