John Hishta
@jhishta
SVP Campaigns, @AARPadvocates. Longtime political operative/consultant. College football fanatic, long time Yankee fan. Love my life, my wife and my two kids!
Join me and personal finance journalist Jean Chatzky tomorrow. We’ll discuss economic uncertainty and answer folks’ questions live. RSVP here: spr.ly/6017fHFxW
A landmark piece of legislation turns 60 this week: spr.ly/60134h2Dl
At AARP, we’re urging elected leaders to protect and strengthen Social Security—sooner rather than later.
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to connect with folks from around the country who depend on the Social Security they earned through years of hard work. This is who we’re advocating for day in and day out.
Independence Day is a time to celebrate all that is great about the U.S. While we have our challenges, and I’m proud of our work at AARP to help address some of those, we should feel blessed to be a part of such an amazing country. Happy Fourth of July, folks.
The Senate is debating this RIGHT NOW, and they need to hear from YOU.
⏰ Take action now at: spr.ly/60134VkEc
Congress has the chance to help offset the tax on Social Security checks. Here’s how it would work: spr.ly/601649Xno
Thank you @RepNicole for taking the time to meet with us today to talk about vital issues for New Yorkers! #AARPOnTheHill
I was pleased to welcome @AARPNY State Director Beth Finkel to my Washington office to discuss key issues impacting our senior citizens including senior caregiving, Social Security & my legislation to reduce taxes our seniors pay that is making its way through Congress RIGHT NOW!
AARP Louisiana kicked off the morning with an awesome breakfast alongside House Majority Leader @SteveScalise. A wonderful start to the day! #AARPOnTheHill
We’re on Capitol Hill today to meet with members of Congress and urge action on critical issues, including: ➡️ Protecting Social Security ➡️ Strengthening support for our country’s 48 million family caregivers ➡️ Defending Medicaid health care and food assistance
Last week, I got asked: What’s currently before Congress that could impact Social Security? Here’s the answer.
We’re fighting to help older Americans keep more of their hard-earned money: spr.ly/60114Verz
AARP volunteers and staff from across the nation will travel to D.C. next week. Here’s why. ⤵️
I’ll be on RFD-TV tonight to talk about Social Security. You can also watch on the web at spr.ly/60184JZ0G
After nearly 90 years, Social Security is the bedrock—the lifeblood—that allows people to have even a modest retirement. Next Wednesday (June 18), I’ll be a guest on RFD-TV to talk about Social Security.
A proposal before Congress would increase the standard deduction for taxpayers 65+, offsetting the federal income tax charged on Social Security checks. spr.ly/60134Jjrb
Social Security is an important safety net for people. As the program turns 90 this summer, Helen talks about what Social Security means for her. @AARPadvocates @RepDeborahRoss @SenThomTillis @AARPNCTriangle @ChrisBrandenbu7 @MikeOlender