Author: Stefi Mar

AARP Pushes Back as Social Security Administration Slashes Services and Staff

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is moving forward with a sweeping overhaul of its operations, including plans to slash its workforce by 12 percent, shut down six regional field offices, and eliminate key phone services—changes that have sparked fierce opposition from AARP and alarmed millions of older Americans. Beginning March 31, the SSA will require that individuals applying for or managing their Social Security benefits confirm their identity online or in person at a local office, effectively ending the ability to complete specific critical tasks by phone.

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The Comeback Trail: Jonathan Majors Lands Leading Role in Action Film

Actor Jonathan Majors, whose career was slowed by a misdemeanor conviction in late 2024, is on the comeback trail. Last week, the film “Magazine Dreams” appeared in 800 theaters. Despite controversy in his personal life, positive reviews by movie critics and online movie buffs have hailed his performance. The independent film directed by Elijah Bynum was released on March 21. The film focuses on a fictional bodybuilder named Killian Maddox who is struggling with mental illness. During an unpredictable two-hour ride, Majors command the screen in an intense role that deals with broad themes of the meaning of human existence to failure and personal adversity.

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6th Annual MDAAPEI Millennial + Gen-Z Symposium

The Mervyn M. Dymally African American Political and Economic Institute presented the 6th Annual Millennial + Gen-Z Symposium on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 10:00AM-3:00PM. The Mervyn M. Dymally African American Political and Economic Institute remains committed to providing transformative experiences for students, community members and professionals. The amazing event was held on the campus of California State University, Dominquez Hills, 1000 E. Victoria Street, Carson, CA. 90747, inside of Loker Student Union, Ballroom C.

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