November 2012
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Prepare for Your Long Term Care Needs
When planning ahead in these uncertain financial times, it’s important to think about long-term care for yourself and your loved ones. Long-term care (LTC) is a range of services and supports you may need to meet your health or personal needs over a long period of time. These services might include emergency response systems, senior centers, assisted living, nursing homes, transportation services,...
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Admission to National Parks is Free this Weekend →
You can visit any national park this weekend for free. Find a national park near you.
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What Happens Next in the Election Process
Voting has come and gone, and President Obama was declared the winner of the 2012 Presidential election.
But there’s still a lot of behind-the-scenes work that takes place before the election results are 100 percent official.
Here’s a look at what happens between now and the inauguration:
Between now and December 17:
The governors of all of the states must certify the election results, and...
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President Obama Wins Reelection
Image description: President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama embrace Vice President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden moments after the television networks called the election in their favor. Photo by Pete Souza, White House.
President Barack Obama won the 2012 Presidential election. According to major news outlets, he captured 303 electoral college votes, and won important battleground...
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Learn About the Electoral College
Today, U.S. citizens vote for president and other offices. But did you know the president is not chosen by a nationwide popular vote?
After today’s general election ballots are counted, electors in the Electoral College system will cast their votes for U.S. president in December. When their votes are counted in January, the presidential candidate who gets more than half (270 votes) wins the...
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Rumors about Hurricane Sandy →
There are reports that FEMA is paying $1,000 to go to New York and New Jersey to clean up debris. This is FALSE. Learn the truth about this rumor and others.
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It's Election Day! →
Make sure you know the location and hours of your polling place, voter ID requirements, and rights regarding provisional ballots. You can also find more information to make sure you’re ready to vote in the elections.
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Can You Vote Online?
No, online voting is not currently allowed in the United States. Some uniformed and overseas citizens can vote by fax or e-mail if their state accepts absentee ballots in these formats.
Uniformed Service Members and Other Overseas Citizens
The Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act (UOCAVA) of 1986 allows you to vote absentee in local, state and federal elections if you are a U.S....
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Tomorrow is Election Day. Make Sure You're... →
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Keep Your Food Safe This Holiday Season
While the holiday season keeps you busy, food safety at family meals or holiday parties is more important than ever. As you get ready to prepare big meals for guests, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ready to answer your questions about food safety.
According to the USDA, turkey is the food you ask about most often. Common questions about turkey are whether drugs are used in turkeys,...
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What is the Electoral College? →
The Electoral College is a process, not a place. The founding fathers established it in the Constitution as a compromise between election of the President by a vote in Congress and election of the President by a popular vote of qualified citizens.
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Disaster Recovery Scams Prey on Victims and Donors
Scams often follow disasters. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns to expect scams that prey on disaster victims in need of assistance and generous Americans hoping to contribute to the recovery. Here’s how to protect yourself.
For people considering donating:
Donate to charities you know and trust. Be alert for charities that seem to have sprung up overnight.
Look closely at the names of...
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Don't Forget to Turn Your Clocks Back This Weekend →
Daylight saving time (DST) ends on Sunday at 2 am. Don’t forget to turn your clocks back an hour. Find answers to frequently asked questions about DST.
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Don't Forget about Ballot Measures on Election Day →
Use this map to find your state’s election website and learn about ballot measures in your area.
