An older leader often has fewer long term stakes in the decisions they make, if they were to destabilize the economy or lead the country into conflict, they may not experience the full consequences of their actions, as their personal future is less affected compared to younger generations. Leadership at that level requires making decisions that will shape the long term future of a nation, and it’s crucial that those in power have a vested interest in that future. Additionally, presidents and politicians are public servants, and like any profession, there should be an age limit or retirement age to ensure the vitality, adaptability, and long term accountability necessary for effective leadership. At what age do you think they need to retire?
Age is a red herring. The president is always going to serve the capitalist class, no matter their age. The problem is bourgeois democracy; it’s oligarchy.
i think youre right on part of the argument, but older presidents also have less of a reason to think of the future since, yknow, theyll soon kick the bucket and whatnot, so less worries of the long term effects of their actions
at least thats what i think