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Working across generations for social justice, economic security, dignity, and a healthy planet for all of us.
Washington’s 2025 Legislature is in Session (Click here for weekly report)
The Washington State Legislature is in session and considering a number of pieces of legislation which will affect all Washington Residents. Click here to review PSARA’s Legislative Agenda. PSARA will issue a weekly update throughout the session. Click here to review the weekly report.
Thank you to all who attended PSARA’s Lobby Day March 18th
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PSARA Retiree Advocate
Click here for the May print Copy
Click here to read the May Advocate online
In this month's issue we feature the PSARA Education Fund's major fundraiser, GiveBIG. Money we raise with this fundraiser keeps the Retiree Advocate coming to you every month, and helps us do the educational work we need to do for our campaigns like protecting and expanding Social Security and leveling the playing field between Original Medicare and private Medicare Advantage plans.
To participate, click here PSARA Education Fund | Washington Gives
Or send a check to PSARA Ed Fund 321 16th Ave S, Seattle WA 98144. Thank you for your support.
Also in this month's Retiree Advocate:
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A review of Tim Wheeler's new book No Power Greater; The Life and Times of George A. Meyers. Tim will be reading from the book on May 17, information in the Retiree Advocate.
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Pam Crone's "Almost Final" report on the legislative session.
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Memories of PSARA member and retired House Speaker Frank Chopp.
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A report o the March 27 action at the Tacoma ICE detention center.
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Michael Righi's analysis of Trump's trade policies and the UAW.
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Dina Burstein reports on her friend Mohamed, a prisoner in the Monroe penitentiary.
And more!
Upcoming PSARA Events
Thank you to all who Attended the Rallies April 5th & April 19th



PSARA is holding two Hands Off Social Security Rallies:
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April 22nd 3 - 5 p.m. Social Security Field Office, 2608 S. 47th St. Tocoma
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April 23rd 1 - 2:30 p.m. Social Security Field Office, 13510 Aurora Ave. N. Seattle
Click here for a list of other rallies around Washington State
Click here for additional information on how Social Security, Medicare & Medicaid Are Under Attack!