Rx drugs just as dangerous as illegal drugs       It has been three-and-a-half years since my son Jason died of an accidental overdose of prescription drugs that he was abusing. He was 19 years old and in college studying to be a pharmacist. If that isn't ironic enough, as his mother, I had what I believed to be a safety net - I work for a ... More ... Bass Levin example of broken system       Susan Bass Levin has become my poster child for all that is wrong with the New Jersey retirement system for elected and appointed public officials (servants?). Reportedly she is wealthy, has a $220,000 position on our Port Authority Board, and yet needs a $12,000 obscure position as one... More ... Medicare funding cut could have a big impact on senior citizens       As a senior citizen who participates in a Medi-care Advantage plan, I urge our members of Congress to continue funding the Medi-care Advantage program at the current level. I was disappointed to learn that there is discussion in Washington about making cuts to the program. Senior health progr... More ...