Spousal Benefits

Taking Social Security's Best Deal

Laurence J. Kotlikoff | Posted 05.12.2012

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Laurence J. Kotlikoff

Over lunch the other day, a friend told me, out of the blue, that I wouldn't believe how complicated Social Security benefit-taking rules are. He then told me he'd figured out how to get the most from the system for himself and his wife Karen.

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Social Security Looms for Baby Boomers

Jason Alderman | Posted 06.20.2011

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Jason Alderman

The first Baby Boomers begin turning 65 in 2011, which means they'll soon be tapping Social Security. If you haven't yet investigated how this program works, this may be a good time to learn the ropes.

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Virginia Governor Overrides AG's Order To Withdraw Universities' Protections For Gays

AP | LARRY O'DELL | Posted 05.25.2011

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RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell has directed state agencies not to discriminate against gay people, essentially overriding the state...

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The Unnoticed Effects of DOMA

Fred Silberberg | Posted 05.25.2011

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Fred Silberberg

Until DOMA is repealed, "Equal Justice Under Law," the inscription on the building which houses the United States Supreme Court, will have no meaning.

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Friday Talking Points [79] -- Judicial Activism And Bias

Chris Weigant | Posted 05.25.2011

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Chris Weigant

"Judicial activism" (or, alternatively, "legislating from the bench") is defined -- no matter what your political beliefs -- as "judges not ruling the...

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