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Our Politicians Are Too F*%#ing Old with Jake Grumbach

Factually! with Adam Conover

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Aging Power: The Challenge of Gerontocracy in Politics

This chapter examines the aging demographics of American politicians and the factors that contribute to their longevity in office, such as campaign finance and public sentiment on age limits. It highlights the significant implications of aging officials on critical political decisions and the need for younger representation in a changing political landscape.

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