Across the Aisle

Providing young Americans with opportunities to learn, lead, and find bipartisan solutions to our country's biggest challenges.

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Are you leaving your lights on for trick-or-treaters this Halloween? Here’s a question that’s scarier than any costume: why are energy costs rising?

Find out how the growing national debt can charge up your energy bill.👇https://t.co/VjGFJY96Q0

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The limit does exist for Social Security taxes…and it just went up. 📈 Learn more about the taxable maximum and what it means for you👇 https://t.co/wOAo3DxRDt

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Spooky season is here, and so are the scariest numbers of the year. 👻

The federal fiscal year just wrapped, and the Treasury released its final monthly report card. Learn more about what these numbers mean for you👇https://t.co/skajgaLnSB

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The Social Security Administration announced its 2027 COLA, and no, we’re not talking about a new soda flavor.🥤The Social Security Administration announced that Social Security recipients will receive a 3.6% increase in their monthly checks.
Read more👇https://t.co/IlaOAS5jte

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Did you know your PB&J got more expensive? 😮

Since 2016, the cost of peanut butter has gone up 19%. One of the many reasons is our growing $40 trillion national debt. Learn more👇https://t.co/lzANO7IJhp

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New car payments hit a record high this summer. One overlooked reason: the $40 trillion national debt.
When the government borrows more money, it can push up interest rates, including on auto loans, and can slow your wage growth over time.
Learn more👇https://t.co/VUotM99Q4v

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What's the Social Security COLA (not the soda🥤)? It's a cost-of-living adjustment: an annual increase in Social Security benefits to keep pace with inflation.

It matters for younger workers, too, not just retirees. Learn what it means for you👇https://t.co/IlaOAS5RiM

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Buying a home is becoming further out of reach for many young Americans, and the $40 trillion national debt is one of the reasons why. Find out more in our latest explainer👇https://t.co/aQpQwZ8mIM

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With FAFSA season underway, many young Americans are preparing to borrow for college. Our latest explainer breaks down how student loans work, the types of loans, and what you can expect in repayment.👇https://t.co/Ol0NWKQ9ST

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Why are grocery bills rising? Your grocery bill reflects the price tag on the shelf to the costs of getting it there.
A growing national debt can put upward pressure on interest rates, raising costs for businesses throughout the supply chain. Read more👇https://t.co/lzANO7IJhp

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Last week, 180+ future leaders joined us in D.C. for our Fall Orientation weekend. They took part in policy presentations, panels with experts, and connected with Ambassadors from across the country. Check out the full weekend recap ⬇️
https://t.co/VU1fSG8QdN

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Did you hear that the Federal Reserve raised interest rates this week? 💵Higher interest rates could help ease inflation, but they also make borrowing more expensive across the economy.

Learn more about how the Fed’s latest decision will impact you👇
https://t.co/Q9v7MG16b6

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America’s economic outlook just got a lot more concerning – especially if you’re a young person in America.

@FreeFactsOrg asked 10 policy experts – including our @BreyonWilliams – about what the national debt means for the next generation & why they should care.

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The amendments expanded Medicare coverage, simplified reimbursements, and improved general enrollment! #FreeFact #MemorialDay 🇺🇸

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#MayThe4thBeWithYou! Enjoy this #FreeFact about Social Security, which was created a (somewhat) long time ago in a galaxy (not so) far, far away.

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New episode out now with Lindsay Hayes, Founder of @FreeFactsOrg. We hear about her time as a political speechwriter and Free the Facts, a nonpartisan organization that aims to educate young people on economic policy. Enjoy!🎙🪰
https://t.co/VtYjqqPB6i

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It was so great seeing everyone at our Ambassador Leadership Retreat! Thanks to our Ambassadors for all their hard work this year.
Hope you enjoyed spending time with the #FtF team and our special guests at the Arizona Biltmore ☀️ And congratulations to our graduating seniors!

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It's that time of year again! Here's a #FreeFact for you this #TaxDay 💵

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Did your favorite artist win a #Grammy last night? If so, #FreeFact: They're in the same league as three former presidents! 🎤

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We'd like to give a huge thank you to Pi Kappa Delta for partnering with us at their Biennial Tournament & Convention last week! We hosted a Discussion event on Medicare and a public policy career panel. Congratulations to the competition winners and thanks to our participants 💡