Ann Atkinson, NOSSCR PAC Chair

Many were surprised by the outcome of the election on November 5, but, as we all know, the only poll that counts is the one that happens on Election Day. As they say in the sports world, “that’s why they play the game.”  

NOSSCR PAC exists to support members of Congress and candidates whose committee assignments place them in positions to make decisions affecting the interests of our clients and our profession. This means we do not support candidates based on their political party.  Instead, we focus on candidates who can further our goals, and that group includes both Democrats and Republicans. Therefore, the fact that an election gives power to one party or the other does not mean that we have lost our ability to influence policy going forward.

Because of this strategy, regardless of the outcome of any one election, we are still in a strong position to educate members of Congress about our issues. However, our continued ability to pursue these goals depends on your continued support of the NOSSCR PAC.

Every donation to the PAC, no matter the size, helps us educate those with the power to influence disability policy. Please support your clients and our practice by going to the PAC website today and making your contribution.

Contributions to the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives PAC (NOSSCR PAC) are not tax-deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes. Contributions to NOSSCR PAC will be used to support federal and state candidates, political parties, and other political committees. Contributions are strictly voluntary. You may refuse to contribute without reprisal. Any proposed contribution level is merely a suggestion, and you are free to contribute more or less than suggested. You will not benefit or be disadvantaged by reason of the amount of your contribution or a decision not to contribute. Federal law requires NOSSCR PAC to use its best efforts to collect and report the name, mailing address, occupation and employer of persons whose contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year. You must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the U.S. to contribute.

This is a guest column. The views expressed in this column are the views of the author alone, and do not represent the views of NOSSCR, NOSSCR’s leadership, or NOSSCR’s staff.