'We have a geriatric problem' - Democrats wrestle with age-old issue

Published: 6/6/2025
'We have a geriatric problem' - Democrats wrestle with age-old issue
The Democratic Party faces an age-old issue as aging leaders like Jim Clyburn and Joe Biden prompt discussions about the need for new blood. Concerns about the party's aging caucus in Congress and recent electoral losses are driving calls for greater youth involvement to combat Republican legislative advances. While some voters prioritize experience over age, there is a growing push for a youth movement within the party, as seen in challenges to established politicians by younger candidates like Saikat Chakrabarti and Jake Rakov.