Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, who is 90 years old, is being treated at a hospital in Iowa for an infection, his office announced Tuesday.
Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, who is 90 years old, is being treated at a hospital in Iowa for an infection, his office announced Tuesday.
This is smart and would benefit American people
Therefore, it shall not be done.
Cue the people screaming “you can’t do that it’s ageist policy! What if they’re actually in good shape?”
Doesn’t matter. The ones in poor shape who refuse to give up the throne outweighs the few who somehow manage to stay relevant. It’s being out of touch with the 90% of the population below you in age, and that’s compounded by the bubble politicians live in already with their political games and maneuvering. All designed to keep themselves and their party in charge instead of actually giving a fuck about the country, willing to sacrifice their constituents for a corporate
bribecampaign contribution.Nah, it would result in brain drain and power vacuums.
They already have drained brains. The vacuum already exists and the longer we wait the more powerful the implosion will be.
People would be fine doing this for those in the service while crying about personal liberties when it affects them. People wouldn’t wear masks to preserve the life of your cancer-laden grandmother and they certainly won’t retire early and give up their power.