How Important Is the White House in Leading Initiatives to Create Solutions for Our Aging Population?

How Important Is the White House in Leading Initiatives to Create Solutions for Our Aging Population? (0:14)

Strong, proactive leadership at high levels is going to be necessary to meet the challenges facing the aging population. HealthMaker Debra Whitman talks in this video about her hopes for White House involvement.

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Well we certainly hope the White House holds a national conference on aging and starts to turn it's attention to some of these comprehensive solutions. I think leadership at all levels is crucial.

Debra Whitman

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About Debra Whitman

Debra Whitman is AARP’s executive vice president for policy, strategy and international affairs. She is an authority on aging issues with experience in national policymaking, domestic and international research and the political process.

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How Important Is the White House in Leading Initiatives to Create Solutions for Our Aging Population?