Source: RealClearPolitics
by Froma Harrop
“Democrats are deep in debate over the age of their older leaders. Some need replacement, according to younger Democrats who want to replace them. And in some cases, they are right. But these arguments turn toxic when they equate age with capability. Ageism is bad politics, especially when you look at the age of the electorate. … About 52% of registered Democrats are 50 and older. In the overall electorate, about 60% of voters are at least 50. They are not necessarily oblivious to the physical and mental toll time can take, but many, if not most, have felt the sting of age discrimination in employment and other arenas. Throwing age at a candidate for reasons of one’s career advancement will not play well.” (05/08/25)