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At least one Democrat is thinking.
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"But Democrats have been grappling with a noticeable generational divide within their ranks for some time — President Joe Biden and top Democratic congressional leaders are all well over 70. Ten of the 12 House members over the age of 80 are Democrats."
Ginsberg refused to retire, Breyer is being pushed to make way for a replacement while Democrats hold DC
But BOTH parties need to consider replacements for our elder 'statesmen'.
Thoughts?
‘You don’t have to die in your seat’: Democrats stress over aging members
At a time of deep polarization and narrow congressional majorities, the party is questioning whether it has the luxury of having so many elderly lawmakers in key offices.
"But Democrats have been grappling with a noticeable generational divide within their ranks for some time — President Joe Biden and top Democratic congressional leaders are all well over 70. Ten of the 12 House members over the age of 80 are Democrats."
Ginsberg refused to retire, Breyer is being pushed to make way for a replacement while Democrats hold DC
But BOTH parties need to consider replacements for our elder 'statesmen'.
Thoughts?