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The way I understand it is that people that solely rely on SS won't see any changes... Comrade_McKenzie Apr 2013 #1
You're not wrong. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #138
It's amazing Andy823 Apr 2013 #163
The truth doth hurt. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #174
How true Andy823 Apr 2013 #177
Very true. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #204
Nice to meet you too Andy823 Apr 2013 #211
Maybe you two love birds should take this to PMs Blecht Apr 2013 #241
Or maybe you should ignore this thread and move on? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #258
I like Obama's proposal to create universal pre-school for all JDPriestly Apr 2013 #228
It has zero possiblity of passing due to poverty protections. joshcryer Apr 2013 #291
Raising the cap is the best way to save Social Security BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #327
What nonsense TomClash Apr 2013 #180
Lots of conjecture and suppositions in your post. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #194
+3 Splinter Cell Apr 2013 #203
You do realize that for one person poverty is only dsc Apr 2013 #215
And? eom BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #216
Almost one half of Social Security recipients receive less than JDPriestly Apr 2013 #231
I've already addressed this in my other post to you. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #255
Sounds like a deceptive proposal to me. It just smells rotten. JDPriestly Apr 2013 #230
+1000 jaysunb Apr 2013 #244
+1 ellisonz Apr 2013 #270
This message was self-deleted by its author ellisonz Apr 2013 #271
One by one TomClash Apr 2013 #295
Closing the loopholes increases revenue and reduces the deficit. joshcryer Apr 2013 #299
What are you going to do next? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #322
You don't have to believe me TomClash Apr 2013 #339
CATO and Heritage LOVE destroying Social Security, so they're hap-happ-happy to keep the status quo BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #354
+1 HiPointDem Apr 2013 #195
+2 AnotherMcIntosh Apr 2013 #199
Let them spin the facts amongst themselves, NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #229
Here are the facts: BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #261
no, thta has been proved wrong - and even if it was right, why not just raise the cap a little hollysmom Apr 2013 #265
Curious as to why nobody in DC suggests raising the cap? AAO Apr 2013 #268
Absolutely correct. Perhaps it was because of the same reason they did not want a public option for still_one Apr 2013 #307
If you look close enough, you will always see dollar signs. They've all sold us down the river. AAO Apr 2013 #320
The 2012 SSA Trustee's report has been proven wrong? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #329
They haven't endorsed it, they have accepted it as a possiblity. joshcryer Apr 2013 #290
Everyone prefers raising the cap. As do I. But how many Republicans in Congress will play ball BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #324
Raise the cap. nt NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #317
I'm 100% for that. How many Republicans in the House will vote for it? BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #323
Who gives a s%$t. NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #331
I got an idea...raise the cap nadinbrzezinski Apr 2013 #325
I prefer raising the cap, too. It's the BEST solution to keep Social Security solvent. BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #330
fact if the mattdr is my calendar nadinbrzezinski Apr 2013 #333
My widow mom would get a $300 increase. joshcryer Apr 2013 #289
How does she get an increase under chained CPI? TomClash Apr 2013 #294
The poverty clause would bring her out of poverty. joshcryer Apr 2013 #298
I live amongst the poor TomClash Apr 2013 #310
I suppose you'd ship them off to Tripoli too. joshcryer Apr 2013 #350
No Joshua TomClash Apr 2013 #352
April 7 marks the day of mass student hangings in Libya. joshcryer Apr 2013 #353
You are not fit to malign anyone's character nt TomClash Apr 2013 #355
People can make their own judgment. joshcryer Apr 2013 #356
That is a dangerous precipice to cross because it turns Social Secutiry into a Welfare program NorthCarolina Apr 2013 #348
A living wage is not "welfare." joshcryer Apr 2013 #349
Social Security, paid for. RILib Apr 2013 #300
Exactly, and for Democrats to fail and recognize this basic fact is a betrayal to honesty. still_one Apr 2013 #309
I do by far prefer Bernie Sanders to Obama. JDPriestly Apr 2013 #227
and you were a smoove johny devotee. let's not be hypocrits here. dionysus Apr 2013 #274
Yes. And you know why? JDPriestly Apr 2013 #282
Even reagan said that social security was not the cause of the deficit. Raise the cap. Problem still_one Apr 2013 #311
awesome post dionysus Apr 2013 #273
I thank you too. So nice to hear this instead of all the Obama bashing. Auntie Bush Apr 2013 #247
I think calling disagreeing with Obama plans being called bashing is an over statement hollysmom Apr 2013 #266
I agree that we should be able to criticize Obama. Auntie Bush Apr 2013 #332
I guess I don't know names yet - but hollysmom Apr 2013 #337
Social security IS NOT THE CAUSE OF THE DEFICIT. I will trust Bernie Sanders before I trust anyone still_one Apr 2013 #306
Will the baseline rise with inflation? Or will it remain static? Thanks!nt Mojorabbit Apr 2013 #171
Chained CPI is considered "at inflation." joshcryer Apr 2013 #292
k&r thanks for sharing this. n/t. airplaneman Apr 2013 #222
So how would the benefit change for a person whose income per JDPriestly Apr 2013 #224
The Chained CPI will only affect the RATE OF GROWTH BlueCaliDem Apr 2013 #252
I have been alluding timdog44 Apr 2013 #225
What you are saying is that Obama's plan will hurt everybody JDPriestly Apr 2013 #235
So the person would get $957 a month. joshcryer Apr 2013 #288
Thank you for your post dennis4868 Apr 2013 #357
You're not wrong.. you're right. But, that will not stop the gusher of Cha Apr 2013 #185
Would Obama's proposal penalize or pay less to seniors who JDPriestly Apr 2013 #232
How fucking stupid does anyone actually have to be to think that the calculated "poverty level" eridani Apr 2013 #278
ditch the internet and use the library. JayhawkSD Apr 2013 #2
mobility is not easy for some people. hobbit709 Apr 2013 #4
They don't care Glitterati Apr 2013 #12
My opinion of people with those attitudes is lower than whale shit. hobbit709 Apr 2013 #21
Walking BAREFOOT is even better, and sleeping outside will insure access to fresh air! idwiyo Apr 2013 #26
actually barefoot is better. shit. i gave up shoes a decade ago. also no need to buy socks. pansypoo53219 Apr 2013 #170
this Blue Palasky Apr 2013 #76
Not "this". SammyWinstonJack Apr 2013 #192
I'm thinking someone should ditch the internet CreekDog Apr 2013 #24
Bite yer tongue, it's probably one pleasure gotten out of life. shraby Apr 2013 #151
Face Palm! - NT Newest Reality Apr 2013 #42
And he should also eat his pet Janecita Apr 2013 #44
Free, extremely restricted use with questionable security and no privacy? No thanks. (nt) Posteritatis Apr 2013 #60
The Repug prescription: eat the cat, sell the vid on-line. Offshore the profits. leveymg Apr 2013 #69
Horatio Alger was a success, YOU CAN BE ONE TOO Wednesdays Apr 2013 #272
The Libraries in NYC restrict you to an hour a day Yavin4 Apr 2013 #71
Ditch the $35/mo. for the phone, that's crazy. xtraxritical Apr 2013 #77
Yes they could reduce their phone cost. But I don't think that that in and of itself totodeinhere Apr 2013 #84
Yes that's a good idea... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #135
They advertise $19.95/yr and no computer necessarry. That's all I know. xtraxritical Apr 2013 #181
I have it... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #184
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Maybe the person is NOT able to get out. Maybe they are force to stay home a lot due to diabeticman Apr 2013 #78
"shoes are a large recurring expense for me because I do walk so much. " demwing Apr 2013 #118
Republicans want to get rid of public libraries, too. kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #83
They limit internet access ewagner Apr 2013 #88
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Here are some on the things that I would suggest: avebury Apr 2013 #92
Haul a desk top, CRT and keyboard to the mall and back for free internet, once a day? RC Apr 2013 #122
I stated that the key to mobility is owning a laptop. avebury Apr 2013 #161
"I don't know why most people want to own desktops in this day in age." nutshell2002 Apr 2013 #214
People who have money cannot comprehend what it is to have JDPriestly Apr 2013 #233
People may not "want to own desktops," but maybe they can't AFFORD to buy a laptop. MADem Apr 2013 #283
"If I lived within easy walking distance"... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #144
Weather is not a big issue in Oklahoma. avebury Apr 2013 #158
How nice for you... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #162
I have internet at home because I can afford it. avebury Apr 2013 #167
And there you have it... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #173
Message auto-removed Name removed Apr 2013 #193
You say "I don't want to spend too much time online"... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #197
Message auto-removed Name removed Apr 2013 #202
You say "I am making my comments based on TODAY; RIGHT NOW'... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #206
Message auto-removed Name removed Apr 2013 #217
Ok, what's up with all the "Message Auto-Removed" posts? How ChisolmTrailDem Apr 2013 #341
It sure put a hole in this conversation... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #343
Weather in Oklahoma City Wednesdays Apr 2013 #275
Making those "free" wifi connections can be terribly difficult Trillo Apr 2013 #155
the internet at home would save a lot more money than if they had to depend on JI7 Apr 2013 #286
Not everyone has mobility to do that. hrmjustin Apr 2013 #104
Wow. Apophis Apr 2013 #141
I dissent! sofa king Apr 2013 #150
Depends totally on service provider availability and pricing. mwooldri Apr 2013 #210
Bad advice. Quantess Apr 2013 #285
According to DUers Glitterati Apr 2013 #3
Seriously, and look at the money he's spending on Pootie. Autumn Apr 2013 #5
Exactly! Glitterati Apr 2013 #6
pootie is part of the problem SwampG8r Apr 2013 #11
He would only have to buy cat food for himself. Autumn Apr 2013 #18
and phone. what does he needs a phone for? savings right there! idwiyo Apr 2013 #13
Obviously he has never heard of 2 tin cans and a string. Autumn Apr 2013 #25
Yes, sister! you are so right! AND while dumpster diving he can get some food too! Beggards can't be idwiyo Apr 2013 #30
I'll bet there are millions of tooth brushes in landfills Autumn Apr 2013 #45
I can not even comprehend living without NHS on 710USD and likely without other services we in UK idwiyo Apr 2013 #48
Have you read Ayn Rand? zeemike Apr 2013 #86
Bill Maher had a great riff on Ayn Rand last night Cleita Apr 2013 #142
No, and I don't think I am interested to read anything by her after your post. idwiyo Apr 2013 #164
I was told by many on DU that I shouldn't adopt a pet if I cannot afford it blueamy66 Apr 2013 #75
I think adoption fees are too high. Autumn Apr 2013 #80
I generally agree, but as someone who fosters dogs sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #91
I agree. blueamy66 Apr 2013 #97
As someone who has done volunteer work at an animal shelter I can tell you that sadly totodeinhere Apr 2013 #105
I got a great cat off Craigslist for free. kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #90
I got mine for free too, and she was spayed. Autumn Apr 2013 #106
Well it's a sad reality that if you can't afford to adequately care for a pet totodeinhere Apr 2013 #98
great post blueamy66 Apr 2013 #109
So that even more get euthanized. Aren't these people sweet? duffyduff Apr 2013 #133
that was my train of thought blueamy66 Apr 2013 #147
Are you kidding me? sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #183
No I'm not kidding you blueamy66 Apr 2013 #186
There are not a lot of free dogs out there sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #187
Sure, and maybe it's time to turn Pootie into a meal. Cleita Apr 2013 #117
+1. Hey, I'm frugal to a fault, but caring for a pet,having love in your life... Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #249
Pets give unconditional love, and a life without them Autumn Apr 2013 #260
So true. So true. nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #263
i saw some of those too SwampG8r Apr 2013 #7
Didn't notice Glitterati Apr 2013 #10
No, see, it's that $700 is a princely sum to begin with. Robb Apr 2013 #9
Isn't it sick? Cal Carpenter Apr 2013 #15
What's sick is that these people call themselves Democrats Glitterati Apr 2013 #27
It's the Makers V. the Takers cilla4progress Apr 2013 #115
I often wonder if Newest Reality Apr 2013 #49
I am thinking about it. Raksha Apr 2013 #140
An interesting take... ljm2002 Apr 2013 #154
That's awful....Where is the compassion? I understand though...I get sunwyn Apr 2013 #66
Some really ugly shit goes on around here Glitterati Apr 2013 #96
Thanks for the kind words. At this point it is a matter of transportation for me. sunwyn Apr 2013 #297
Oh, we were trying to resolve your food stamp review issue Glitterati Apr 2013 #302
That vast majority of DUers are not like that at all and you know it. totodeinhere Apr 2013 #89
I'm sorry, I do NOT know that Glitterati Apr 2013 #93
+1. the same people who are telling everyone how great the president's plan is are questioning HiPointDem Apr 2013 #196
I remember all the "advice"/judgement you received, screw them. Dragonfli Apr 2013 #220
Thank you! Glitterati Apr 2013 #221
If u have to have Internet, get a cheaper phone service joeglow3 Apr 2013 #8
Better yet, get the free phone Glitterati Apr 2013 #16
What is the point of living, then? Fawke Em Apr 2013 #17
According to these DUers Glitterati Apr 2013 #20
There are free phone services you can get online joeglow3 Apr 2013 #31
Name one. Not Skype, it's not free, I tried just yesterday. Occulus Apr 2013 #34
Google is your friend joeglow3 Apr 2013 #50
Please, PLEASE tell me you didn't just refer people to about.com Occulus Apr 2013 #148
Yahoo instant messaging has a way to do video calls, kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #94
And how will he pay for the data overage fees that will result from video calling? Occulus Apr 2013 #153
Skype is free.. haikugal Apr 2013 #336
PC to PC, yes, it is. Occulus Apr 2013 #340
Yes... haikugal Apr 2013 #342
This is true. I looked into that. But it's not the same. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #250
This person should not be forced to have to live like that. But... totodeinhere Apr 2013 #110
Until you have walked in that person's shoes, don't you DARE suggest they do it. n/t duffyduff Apr 2013 #136
Well then what should I suggest that they do? They have to do something. totodeinhere Apr 2013 #139
So...better off dead? demwing Apr 2013 #123
I feel ,like undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #243
Get rid of the pet? Never mind that alone might increase his mortality chances. Oh, wait! Drop dead! idwiyo Apr 2013 #19
Because there are near free services you can get joeglow3 Apr 2013 #33
And now it's "near" free. Occulus Apr 2013 #35
There are both. Spend a tenth the time using google instead of bitching joeglow3 Apr 2013 #51
Read your own damned link. Occulus Apr 2013 #172
How do you know he didnt try already? I can hardly imagine someone in that postion haven't tried idwiyo Apr 2013 #43
Then he can say he tried joeglow3 Apr 2013 #53
+1. My phone is $50/mo. Where does she find $35/mo? nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #251
Trusting phone companies with a budget that tight these days doesn't seem terribly safe. (nt) Posteritatis Apr 2013 #61
Huh? joeglow3 Apr 2013 #64
No, I'm implying that relying on phone companies for the net isn't a safe cheaper alternative Posteritatis Apr 2013 #81
So, find a service and do an hour of diligence joeglow3 Apr 2013 #108
I would give up just about anything other than my pets sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #111
Re read what I said joeglow3 Apr 2013 #166
ok sorry... sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #178
No problem. Pets are awesome. joeglow3 Apr 2013 #205
for many of us, our pet(s) = a reason to get out of bed in the morning. magical thyme Apr 2013 #113
I get $718.00 and I agree with your post. jwirr Apr 2013 #14
I get $615.00/mo Worried senior Apr 2013 #101
What's a HUD cube? michigandem58 Apr 2013 #22
probably a tiny, tiny apartment. Sunlei Apr 2013 #38
It's a BOX for the homeless Glitterati Apr 2013 #39
HUD has a program with certain landlords for low income seniors where HUD pays most of the rent. SunSeeker Apr 2013 #201
I think around these parts they call it Section 8. mwooldri Apr 2013 #212
You have to employed to get Sec. 8 housing. Maybe she works? I thought she was on SS.nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #253
My friend doesn't work. mwooldri Apr 2013 #338
Are you sure it's "Sec 8"? Maybe it's different by the state. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #345
I get $778- panader0 Apr 2013 #23
your taxes are lowered when you're over 65? you are lucky your house is paid for and you have skills Sunlei Apr 2013 #41
Here in TX our property taxes aren't lowered at 65; I think they're frozen. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #254
Some states have what's called "circuit breaker" property taxes for seniors. MADem Apr 2013 #284
This man worked many years of his life I am willing to bet and worked hard. He is retired southernyankeebelle Apr 2013 #28
Being a devil's advocate here... thesquanderer Apr 2013 #46
I agree about the value of free entertainment Babel_17 Apr 2013 #114
I wonder if she could find part time employment? nt Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #256
having a pet is having a family member RILib Apr 2013 #301
I love pets too thesquanderer Apr 2013 #316
At some point don't you ask yourselves "Who is this guy?" eilen Apr 2013 #29
Thank you, eilen. You have spelled it out. Octafish Apr 2013 #169
under systems like ours, the smaller the difference between parties, the greater they agitate for MisterP Apr 2013 #190
I feel sorry for people like that, really I do. dawg Apr 2013 #32
good lord Cal Carpenter Apr 2013 #40
They won't admit it that bluntly, but ... dawg Apr 2013 #52
Dh and I always say "raise the cap". MissB Apr 2013 #73
Hell, they won't have to cancel the pool service. They'll kestrel91316 Apr 2013 #99
don't cut anything, you're not wastefull. Sunlei Apr 2013 #36
I know you are sincere and are truly trying to help. unapatriciated Apr 2013 #63
Message auto-removed Name removed Apr 2013 #198
I have a friend who does personal assistant work for two single guys... Walk away Apr 2013 #242
SSI for our disabled have different rules for income, than those who are retired. unapatriciated Apr 2013 #248
Reading this makes me angry that we can't cut 2% from our national budget. Zax2me Apr 2013 #37
The whining and moaning of who, exactly? n/t kurtzapril4 Apr 2013 #54
Anyone who suggest there are areas on the budget posted that could be cut... unapatriciated Apr 2013 #47
Great post sweetNsassy Apr 2013 #179
$817/month in unemployment and SNAP (food stamp) benefits, after AT&T 'outsourced' my job to India. ColesCountyDem Apr 2013 #55
Many will eventually fall into this ... they just don't get it yet and have RKP5637 Apr 2013 #56
Gas goes up, electric goes up, insurance goes up.... lib2DaBone Apr 2013 #57
We all have to help out because Exxon needs the tax break Botany Apr 2013 #58
Just withdraw some money from your trust fund, of course. AndyA Apr 2013 #59
+ Congreff Octafish Apr 2013 #334
Compassionate conservatism is an oxymoron, and most conservatives are morons. mountain grammy Apr 2013 #62
Meanwhile, you are expected to be a good little consumer and buy a 38" 3d TV. Spitfire of ATJ Apr 2013 #65
This is why we need pensions for everyone that are independent of the employer. stevenleser Apr 2013 #67
As Obama would probably say to you broadcaster75201 Apr 2013 #68
And a disappointment Glitterati Apr 2013 #87
Ask Alan Simpson what the elderly, veterans and the poor are supposed to cut. sabrina 1 Apr 2013 #70
He will applaud them! Glitterati Apr 2013 #85
That's so far below the poverty level, it's rdiculous DFW Apr 2013 #72
This message was self-deleted by its author Joel thakkar Apr 2013 #74
Excellent advice for the elderly and disabled! MissB Apr 2013 #79
Here's what anyone on SS needs to do Autumn Apr 2013 #95
^^THIS! Glitterati Apr 2013 #102
You've got to be shitting me! OhioChick Apr 2013 #116
They do! Glitterati Apr 2013 #120
I was thinking maybe a little prostitution... Bay Boy Apr 2013 #159
thought you were serious until you headed into dumpster diving and part time job magical thyme Apr 2013 #126
Don't forget Glitterati Apr 2013 #128
Here's what YOU need to do KG Apr 2013 #137
You all are really rude Joel thakkar Apr 2013 #281
Oh, that's RICH! Glitterati Apr 2013 #304
I already said in my previous post and saying it again... Joel thakkar Apr 2013 #308
How about we'll make you work if you're elderly or disabled? Apophis Apr 2013 #143
I was once, in my younger years, quite a connoisseur of dumpster diving, tell me Dragonfli Apr 2013 #234
Ooooh, zing! Glitterati Apr 2013 #236
People that have no idea what poverty is like yet advise and judge poor people Dragonfli Apr 2013 #237
Yes, lots of judgemental people 'round these parts Glitterati Apr 2013 #240
Dragonfli undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #246
I have a film clip for you BeyondGeography Apr 2013 #264
You are absolutely correct! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #82
my 5 cats and that is a lot for me, but they give me great joy CountAllVotes Apr 2013 #119
Very well said! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #124
I think writing actual letters and MAILING them is more effective CountAllVotes Apr 2013 #146
Hugs to you my friend! hrmjustin Apr 2013 #149
You are supposed to cut everything n2doc Apr 2013 #100
Some of the responses on this thread are quite alarming OhioChick Apr 2013 #103
Not to me Glitterati Apr 2013 #107
Sometimes it's hard to believe it's DU. n/t Cleita Apr 2013 #145
Notice ... JoePhilly Apr 2013 #296
Oh yeah, it's such a GRAND conspiracy!!!!!!! Glitterati Apr 2013 #305
yup Liberal_in_LA Apr 2013 #344
Goddammit, everyone in this thread with suggestions Duer 157099 Apr 2013 #112
As my Grandma used to say, you can't get blood from a stone. Autumn Apr 2013 #121
thanks. missing the big picture, focusing on relatively meaningless minutiae. NRaleighLiberal Apr 2013 #127
In the past when I was poor, I did not have internet, a phone, or a cat. Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #125
And how do you know that this person is not using the computer at the library? sabrina 1 Apr 2013 #130
If the point is: Things Could Always Be Worse Duer 157099 Apr 2013 #131
The person is living on SSDI. The amount is a clue so that means he is disabled. Cleita Apr 2013 #134
Fair point. I was young and healthy with no doctors appointments. (nt) Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #152
Cut down on all that walking. Who do ya think you are? Smarmie Doofus Apr 2013 #129
The fact is $710 a month isn't enough to live on. It's probably SSI. duffyduff Apr 2013 #132
I think people are missing the point. lilithsrevenge12 Apr 2013 #156
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Dignity Johnny2X2X Apr 2013 #157
I was told by a freeper that internet and phone are luxuries. So is a pet. appleannie1 Apr 2013 #160
Do not listen to the idiot commenters here whose "solutions" mntleo2 Apr 2013 #165
+1000 Cleita Apr 2013 #175
What a whiner. Octafish Apr 2013 #168
+1 7wo7rees Apr 2013 #176
BTW according to the link, the person quoted would be eligible for food stamps but has not applied. Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #182
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They slashed food stamps to people who get HUD rent aid to about $15 a month. kickysnana Apr 2013 #315
Food Stamps? Milliesmom Apr 2013 #200
Sounds like excellent advice (nt) Nye Bevan Apr 2013 #219
me to MFM008 Apr 2013 #207
I believe Bernie Sanders. James48 Apr 2013 #208
one quibble.. $12 a can for coffee?? SoCalDem Apr 2013 #209
I think she means a BIG can of generic coffee. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #257
Horace it is much worse then that. Rex Apr 2013 #213
The catfood. No sarcasm intended. n/t Catherina Apr 2013 #218
I live on 710 too undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #226
would`t that be 710 a day.... madrchsod Apr 2013 #239
Question: Have you tried to get part time employment, if you're healthy enuf? Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #259
Errrm SSI means you are DISABLED and cannot work for a wage mntleo2 Apr 2013 #267
What makes you think undergroundpanther is on SSI? Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #269
my ss is around 600 a month..... madrchsod Apr 2013 #238
I hate obama for caving in to rich fuckers who undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #245
I hope young people are seeing this and will consider this the next time they buy an iPhone. Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #262
My Virgin pay-as-you-go phone plan is $86/year Kolesar Apr 2013 #303
What a deal! I have Tracfone pay as you go. Minutes roll forward. I pay about $200/yr, Honeycombe8 Apr 2013 #319
My plan has scant minutes. I use it seldomly Kolesar Apr 2013 #326
re hasslehoff Apr 2013 #276
Most people won't understand this post. delrem Apr 2013 #277
thanks +1000,000 undergroundpanther Apr 2013 #293
Should come to my church markboxer Apr 2013 #279
Seems that the pet represents $50 that could be saved per month. TimberValley Apr 2013 #280
True, so the writer can do with a $50/mth cutback. delrem Apr 2013 #287
+1 kickysnana Apr 2013 #313
"harvest them and serve them up as gourmet bbq hot-meals to the elderly, instead of paying out SS" Kolesar Apr 2013 #314
The point of Horace is to criticize the cuts to the cost of living adjustment to Social Security Kolesar Apr 2013 #312
Slightly off topic, but I don't understand why RAISING THE CAP on Social Security taxes is never.... steve2470 Apr 2013 #318
Be against chained CPI, but don't mislead frazzled Apr 2013 #321
No kidding...eom Kolesar Apr 2013 #346
My phone AND Internet is only $45 a month Tempest Apr 2013 #328
Which company are you going through? musical_soul Apr 2013 #347
Nothing, it would not apply to that person treestar Apr 2013 #335
I'm in your same situation southern_belle Apr 2013 #351
SSI Disability What should I cut out MichelleCollins68 Aug 2014 #358
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