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?
I find it confusing how much pushback I’m seeing ITT. It’s a good idea. I think 65 is a reasonable cutoff.
It’s a good idea, but it will only ever be that with the way the US works. Getting 2/3 of Congress and the states to agree on anything is borderline impossible.
Oh I know. I think I’ve lost any remaining hope for the US today after reading that a bill to extend presidential term limits has been introduced. Honestly if you just make a list of solutions to the terrible problems we have and then take their opposites, that’s what’s getting done right now.