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Dr. Rachel Levine focused on her job at HHS. Still, anti-trans politics followed her
by Selena Simmons-Duffin
Dr. Rachel Levine is the highest ranking, out transgender person ever to serve in the federal government. Her tenure at HHS ran concurrent with an explosion in state legislation targeting transgender people.
Baby Boomers Likely to Retire Later
Almost 80 million baby boomers will be eligible to receive Social Security benefits in the next 20 years, setting off fears that the Social Security system will be overwhelmed. But baby boomers are expected to bring a different approach to old age by working longer than prior generations.
Baby Boomers Likely to Retire Later
Almost 80 million baby boomers will be eligible to receive Social Security benefits in the next 20 years, setting off fears that the Social Security system will be overwhelmed. But baby boomers are expected to bring a different approach to old age by working longer than prior generations.
First Baby Boomer to Apply for Retirement Benefits
The first member of the Baby Boomer generation will apply for retirement benefits. Kathleen Casey-Kirschling was born just after midnight Jan. 1, 1946. She will apply — online — for Social Security at a public ceremony.
First Baby Boomer to Apply for Retirement Benefits
The first member of the Baby Boomer generation will apply for retirement benefits. Kathleen Casey-Kirschling was born just after midnight Jan. 1, 1946. She will apply — online — for Social Security at a public ceremony.
Great Opening Lines to Hook Young Readers
If you're interested in getting your child or teen to keep reading during a hot, long, lazy vacation, offer them these cool summer books. Librarian Nancy Pearl's picks all have great first lines, three-dimensional characters and strong finishes.