In a message dated 2/22/03 2:48:08 PM, GreenBugeye@aol.com writes:
<< This is an Internet myth. Our Congressman was just defeated after 16
years
in office, and his Congressional pension is $38,000 per year. Certainly
generous, but a far cry from full pay for life. >>
Glad to hear that. But even $38,000 per year with healthcare benefits
(assuming the benefits are any good) must look pretty good to the guy who has
to make it on about $24,000 of Social Security annually (assuming both
members of a couple receive benefits). (By the way, our Congressman is
eligible for Social Security, too. Is that before, or after taxes? Most
families I know have to have one member keep working just to provide
healthcare insurance.
Annice & Bob
1960 Bugeye (Mk. IV in disguise) "The Sprite"
1966 Sprite Mk. III (Still in Boxes) "Trevor"
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