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PatSeg

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34. Yes, age should not be the first and primary consideration

Wed May 27, 2026, 12:04 PM

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Some of our best and most progressive members of congress are well over 70. Experience is still an important attribute that should not be ignored.

If and when a person can no longer do the job effectively because of age and/or health, yes it is probably time to stepdown, but to set someone aside due to age only, is not a good precedent to set.

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Green is 78. Menefee is 38. cachukis Tuesday #3

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Ed Markey was able to get young people on his side last time he ran for Senate AZProgressive Tuesday #9

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Kennedy's are known for that Polybius Wednesday #25

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