I'm really so over this debate about Biden's age. He is THREE years older than Trump. 81 is a big number, 3 is not. Why is Biden's age a bigger issue than Trump's mental stability? Not to mention Trump's criminal status and lack of intelligence. C'mon, New York Times, you can do better! Also, has anyone noticed that NO ONE else is interested in the job? Maybe you have to be as old as Biden to actually have the ability to DO the job!
Would everyone just stop and look around? There are 80+ year old musicians still doing world tours--and doing them well! Have you heard of the Rolling Stones? I saw Steve Miller recently and he is in perfect form and continuing to tour. Anyone know how much energy it takes to tour with a band? Maybe not as much as being President, but in the same ball park. There are plenty of 80+ year olds in many different occupations: arts, science and business. Elder Statesman have always been valued for their accumulated wisdom in most cultures throughout history. It's just that we do live longer--and better now.
Of course our bodies age. There is no amount of cosmetic surgery, creams, vitamins, etc. that can stop our bodies from ultimately aging and wearing out. I don't think it's the same for our brains, though. Our memory fund might be overflowing, we might take a longer think to answer a question and we might tire a bit more quickly--but our brains can remain active, thoughtful, with a lot of experience driving our decision-making.
Fellow Democrats, I beg you to get off this aging train and focus on what really matters. And I know you know all too well what that is!
