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Mailbag Miscellany Dec. 07, 2016
I'm drawing a blank. And I'm blaming it on my bad cold. My head is all stuffed up and I can't think ... Read More
When Seniors Become Disabled Nov. 30, 2016
Q: I was going to file for my Social Security retirement in a few years. But I'm wondering if I shou... Read More
The New Non-Working Class Oct. 07, 2016
"He that will not work shall not eat (except by sickness he be disabled). For the labors of 30 or 40... Read More
The Original Social Security Law Was Not So Great Sep. 14, 2016
Q: I think there are far too many people getting Social Security benefits. So I have a plan. I belie... Read More
Classic Ann Landers Sep. 11, 2016
Editor's Note: Hundreds of Ann Landers' loyal readers have requested that newspapers continue to pub... Read More
Welfare Is the New Work Aug. 02, 2016
Two recent news stories highlight how pernicious the welfare state has become in America today. The ... Read More
Cure to Some VA Waits Creates New Ills Jul. 21, 2016
We who oppose calls to privatize the work of the Veterans Affairs Department are sorely tested at ti... Read More
Social Security Disability Is NOT Welfare Jun. 29, 2016
Q: I am 60 years old and have had to stop work because of various medical problems. I would like to ... Read More
Questions About Disability Benefits Jun. 15, 2016
Q: I am 60 years old. I have had some major health issues and I have had to stop working. About 6 mo... Read More
No Room for More Commitment Apr. 10, 2016
Dear Annie: I am a young lady in my 20s, and I think I've found the man I want to spend the rest of ... Read More
More Disability Controversy Mar. 02, 2016
Two weeks ago, I wrote a column discussing the Social Security disability program. I wrote about how... Read More
Disability Program Under Constant Review Feb. 17, 2016
I recently saw about two dozen pending proposals from legislation supposedly intended to improve the... Read More
Who Qualifies for Social Security Disability Benefits? Dec. 23, 2015
Dear Carrie: I'm 59 and recently suffered a severe injury that prevents me from working, possibly f... Read More
Mailbag Miscellany Nov. 11, 2015
This week, instead of concentrating on just one topic, I'm going to dig into my mailbag and answer r... Read More
The Cult of Victims Sep. 30, 2015
The world has enough real problems without declaring everyone a "victim." Bill Clinton says Hillary... Read More
Mr. Will Rogers Goes to Washington Apr. 10, 2015
The cowboy philosopher Will Rogers once said, "If you find yourself in a hole, stop digging." Unfort... Read More
Injured Worker Uncovers Creative Talent as a Career Apr. 02, 2015
Q: I had a serious accident and permanently injured my back. I had to go on disability, but as many ... Read More
Disability or Different Ability? Aug. 13, 2014
Forty-eight year old mentally challenged Hank Nichols has found a warm welcome at St. Francis Episco... Read More
No Way to Run a Disability Program Aug. 13, 2014
I think even my most anti-big government readers would admit there are some things that are best run... Read More
Benefits for Children of Retirees Jun. 18, 2014
The minor children of retirees are potentially eligible for benefits on the retiree's Social Securit... Read More
