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Rising Rx Prices: Why Our Drugs Cost So Much
Headline: Rising Rx Prices: Why Our Drugs Cost So Much
Publication: AARP
Article Date: May 2017
“Other countries drive a much harder bargain with drug companies. In contrast, the U.S. allows drug companies to pretty much set their own prices. And as we all know, when demand is high for a product, companies often raise prices. That’s exactly the case for many prescription drugs.” Read article…
‘A persistent and growing underclass’ in Orange County, report shows
Headline: ‘A persistent and growing underclass’ in Orange County, report shows
Publication: OC Register
Article Date: May 14, 2017
“It is not all bad news, but Orange County’s new Community Indicators Report, an annual study by government agencies, businesses and philanthropies, points to many woes woven into the fabric of the county’s sunny suburbs.” Read article…
Significant number of public employees not in Social Security
Headline: Why are Some Public Employees not in Social Security?
Publication: National Public Pension Coalition
Article Date: May 4, 2017
“When most Americans begin to prepare for retirement, they count on Social Security to form the bedrock of their retirement savings. For millions of working families, Social Security is the key to retiring with dignity. However, a significant number of public employees nationwide will not receive Social Security benefits in retirement because they do not participate in it during their working years.” Read article…
Pensions, state and federal policies, throw county budget a curveball
Headline: Pensions, state and federal policies, throw county budget a curveball
Publication: San Diego Union-Tribune
Article Date: May 10, 2017
“Decreased expectations for returns on pension investments and changing state and federal policies are creating troubles for San Diego County’s financial planners.” Read article…
County Wins 56 National Awards for Programs, Services
Headline: County Wins 56 National Awards for Programs, Services
Publication: County News Center
Article Date: May 9, 2017
“San Diego County received 56 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties, which recognizes innovative, efficient programs.” Read article…