All of the major party presidential candidates have been invited to participate in similar events where AARP members can ask tough questions and get straight answers about the issues that impact their lives. Lead Volunteers for AARP's New Hampshire Presidential Primary Project. AARP Meet the Candidate Event with Candidate for President, Vice President Al Gore.
Older persons vote.
They vote in greater proportion than any other age group. And, according to recent news reports, strategists in both major political parties consider older voters to be an important swing vote in next year's election. In New Hampshire, AARP represents approximately 60 percent of the 50-plus population. AARP knows this constituency votes based on issues, not slogans. While AARP does not tell its members who to vote for, AARP does encourage people to vote, and provides information about key issues as well as the candidates' positions on these issues to help voters make informed decisions.