August 01, 2022

National Meeting Includes VIP Remarks, Greetings

Rep. John Larson (CT) spoke at the National Meeting about the latest developments to his bill to expand Social Security, H.R. 5723, Social Security 2100: A Sacred Trust, and thanked the Alliance for its support of Social Security expansion.

AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler sent a personalized video to participants. “Retirees have borne some of the greatest burdens throughout this pandemic,” said President Schuler. “But even in the face of so many challenges, [The Alliance] has been on the front lines…fighting for fairness for our members, communities, and retirees nationwide. Thank you!”

Fred Redmond, Secretary-Treasurer of the AFL-CIO and also Executive Vice President of the Alliance, praised Alliance members for their work to protect pensions, Social Security, Medicare, and lower the price of prescription drugs. American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) President Everett Kelley also sent a video greeting.