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    THE NATIONAL COMMITTEE TO PRESERVE SOCIAL SECURITY AND MEDICARE
    ~ Celebrating 25 Years of Advocacy for Older Americans ~

    January 30, 2008

    Statement from Barbara B. Kennelly, President/CEO The National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare on the Death of Robert M. Ball

    “It is not an understatement to say that generations of Americans owe their retirement security and wellbeing to Bob Ball's tireless commitment to preserve, protect, and strengthen Social Security. Not only did he serve as Commissioner of Social Security under three Presidents, he was actively involved in virtually every Social Security development over the past 60 years.  His firm belief in social insurance programs, including Medicare, helped to ensure that seniors, the disabled, and their families would continue to thrive in spite of health challenges and financial constraints.

    Bob understood the balance between policy and politics. He mentored, educated, and encouraged so many of us, inside and outside of government, to remain committed to strengthen Social Security for future generations.  He was one of my personal heroes.

    Bob Ball's voice will be missed but his legacy will continue to motivate us to ensure America 's seniors, survivors and the disabled will not be forgotten in Washington .”

    The National Committee is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that acts in the interests of its membership through advocacy, education, services, grassroots efforts and the leadership of the board of directors and professional staff. The work of the National Committee is directed toward developing better-informed citizens and voters.