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Tim Kaufman-Osborn's avatar

I really appreciate what you say here. However, I'm inclined to think that the critique of gerontocracy is on firmer ground when that charge is directed at specific institutional sectors--e.g., Congress and the university.

Barbara Osborn's avatar

Absolutely. If only the argument were being made with that nuance! Instead it's Youngers vs Boomers which - I fear - is a really dangerous argument.

Annetta Kapon's avatar

Really good! Yes!

Greene, Robert's avatar

This one is REALLY good. I learned a lot. And came away thinking, Wow, she’s right!

Barbara Osborn's avatar

Thanks for commenting. this is one of the directions I want to take this work. A little more polemical. And this argument - there's a new book coming out this week! This argument does a double injustice to low income older adults.

Jody Uttal's avatar

This is amazing, Barbara. Super powerful

Barbara Osborn's avatar

Thanks for checking it out. I want to do more of this kind of work and I appreciate the encouragement.

Jdrim's avatar

This is a terrific post. I like that you're taking this guy to task. That's all we need is another divide in this fractured nation, Please, if you have the time, do more longer posts!