This petitian is intended to create a fair and equal employment benefits for all Americans, including those serving in polical office. Unless enough years are tenured to be considered retired in that field.
Americans should not be bearing the finacial responsiblity to give health care for life for anyone in political office. This is a benefit that must be earned. Just like all the other Americans working for retirement benefits. The time for hard cuts is here and must include all classes of US citizens. Including politicians who should be leading by example.