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  • Public Employee Stories: February 2, 2021

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines.   Here…

  • Three Reasons Why Public Pensions Are Affordable and Sustainable
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    Nearly a year after the coronavirus-induced economic crisis began, the U.S. economy still has not recovered to pre-pandemic levels. While the stock market has performed better than expected during the pandemic, too many people still cannot afford their basic needs.…

  • Public Employee Stories: January 26, 2021

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines.   Here…

  • Did You Know That Presidents Receive A Pension?

    Today, in light of Inauguration Day, we are re-sharing this blog post originally published by Tyler Bond on February 20, 2017, about presidential pensions. Updated information will be reflected in italics.  Just like most legislators, former presidents receive a lifetime…

  • Public Employee Stories: January 19, 2021

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines.  Teachers…

  • New Research Shows the Economic Benefits of Pensions

    Last week, the National Institute on Retirement Security (NIRS) released an updated report showing how spending from defined-benefit pensions boosts economies in communities across the country.  The report is divided into three sections that measure pensions’ economic impact: the total…

  • Public Employee Stories: January 12, 2021

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines.  Teachers…

  • What to Expect During Your State’s Legislative Session

    The beginning of the new year often marks the beginning of several states’ legislative sessions. But what exactly happens during one? We’ve got the answers to this and more in today’s blog.  What is a state legislative session?  Every single…

  • Public Employee Stories: January 5, 2021

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines.   This…

  • NPPC Team Shares 2020 Highlights and 2021 Goals

    As this turbulent year comes to an end, our team wanted to take some time to share what we have been grateful for, and what we want to achieve in the fight for retirement security next year.  Below, members of…

  • You’re a Mean One, Mr. Pension Myth

    This year, the holiday season will look a little different due to the coronavirus pandemic. Unfortunately, that hasn’t stopped some from acting like Grinches and spreading misinformation around public pensions and their ability to offer a secure retirement. Below are…

  • Public Employee Stories: December 15, 2020

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, public employees across the nation have given back to their communities in extraordinary ways. From donating to food banks to helping their neighbors and protecting their communities, public employees have been on the front lines.   Here…