The website of AARP (formerly known as the American Association of Retired People) states "AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that empowers people to choose how they live as they age".
However, many people think AARP is not only liberal leaning, but actually woke. Read more and decide for yourself.
"How does AARP support LGBTQ+ communities?"
"AARP works closely with SAGE (Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders), Lambda Legal, The Victory Fund Institute, the Center for Black Equity, the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander Alliance, and the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce."
"LGBTQ+-owned businesses are part of our Diversity Supplier goals. AARP is on the advisory and certification board of the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC), which is the certifying body for LGBTQ+ vendors."
Source: Statement of Values on AARP's website as of March 25, 2025
"Behind a mask of nonpartisanship...AARP leans far left"
December 2013
"On September 21, 2012, Wall Street Journal ran an article exposing AARP’s endorsement of Obamacare, despite its supposed nonpartisanship. A reported 71 pages of emails were exchanged between AARP and the White House. These emails demonstrated AARP 'scripting the president’s talking points, working to keep its board in line and pledging fealty to the cause.’”
Full article: Behind a mask of nonpartisanship...AARP leans far left
From: AFA (American Family Association) Journal
"Resources for Older LGBTQ+ Adults and Their Caregivers"
Source: Article on AARP's website updated on February 28, 2025
"AARP is Cheering on the Socialist Left's Takeover of Our Health System"
February 3, 2023
"It’s not your grandparents’ AARP anymore. Whether it’s their celebration of the Inflation Reduction Act or historical support of Obamacare, AARP has become more and more brazen in its partisan support of Democratic policy priorities. This overt party favoritism flies in the face of their 'non-partisan' claim and is an extreme disservice to their members and their values. AARP cannot maintain its 'unbiased' reputation while simultaneously cheering the socialization of America’s health system."
Full article: AARP is Cheering on the Socialist Left's Takeover of Our Health System
From: Real Clear Policy (RCPC), an affiliate of Real Clear Politics
"LGBTQ+ Older Adults Find Safe Spaces at Senior Centers"
Source: Article on AARP's website published on November 25, 2024
"Many LGBTQ+ Adults Worry About Social Isolation, Support as They Age"
Source: Article on AARP's website published on August 12, 2024
"Honoring Icons in LGBTQ+ Activism"
Source: Article on AARP's website published June 4, 2024
"When a Grandchild Changes Pronouns"
Source: Article on AARP's website published June 3, 2024
"9 Political Reasons Not to Join AARP"
December 21, 2021
"The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) is the biggest senior advocacy organization in the United States – by far. However, there are political reasons that many people have decided to drop their AARP memberships."
Full article: 9 Political Reasons Not to Join AARP
From: Elder Guru
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