Money and Computing
New Deal Numerology: Ryan Redux
$800 billion ... is an unhelpful number. That’s how much Ryan wants to cut from income security programs like food stamps. He’s confronting a harsh reality that liberals have ignored for far too long: poor people are hogging all the money. more »
Turning to Fairness: NWLC Report on Insurance Discrimination Against Women Today & Affordable Care Act
Even with maternity coverage excluded, nearly a third of plans examined charge 25- and 40-year-old women at least 30% more than men for the same coverage and in some cases, the difference is far greater. For example, one company charged 25-year-old women 85% more than men for the same coverage, again excluding maternity coverage altogether more »
Consider When Doing Your Taxes: GAO Notes IRS Needs to Enhance Internal Control over Financial Reporting and Taxpayer Data
IRS implemented numerous controls and procedures intended to protect key financial and tax-processing systems; nevertheless, control weaknesses ... continue to jeopardize confidentiality, integrity and availability of the financial and sensitive taxpayer information more »
The Perilous Paradox: Women, Retirement, and the Extra-Long Life
The study examines the thinking and practices of mature women, ages 50 to 70, in the context of the “extra” challenges they may experience in retirement. Women expect to live until age 85, some until age 90, and are more concerned than men about affording health care, long-term care and outliving their assets. more »