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Miriam Tillman's avatar

Thank you.--and no. As annoying as the pundit are comedians who also seem to think that Biden's age makes for good bits. It doesn't--it just comes off as lazy and pathetic.

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WAYNE CHRISTENSEN's avatar

I don't think so, really. Wondering what the conversation about age would be if the two candidates were female . . . .

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Don Akchin's avatar

I shudder to think.

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WENDL Kornfeld's avatar

Testing of mental acuity as well as presence of personality disorders in the two main candidates early in the process might be a good idea. Ethical, unbiased examination of results and transparency of same.

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Janice Walton's avatar

I am one who highly resents ageist thinking. I am 84 years old and I am me - not a stereotype of what people think an 84 year old is.

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Don Akchin's avatar

Exactly!

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David Pearce's avatar

Thank you for your thoughtful comments!

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Don Akchin's avatar

Thank you for taking time to read it and comment. It's gratifying to write and then get a response.

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Kathy Glennon's avatar

Good read…..

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Don Akchin's avatar

Thank you, Kathy.

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Janine Vanderburg's avatar

Don, thanks so much for writing this. Yes to everything you've said!

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Don Akchin's avatar

A totally valid point. Thank you!

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