Missing Mitch McConnell
Mitch McConnell's prolonged absence from the Senate has highlighted the rising average age of U.S. lawmakers. The Slate podcast episode discusses whether mandatory retirement ages should be considered for Congress. Guest Sam Moyn, a Yale law and history professor, provides historical context on the gerontocracy in America.
- ▪Mitch McConnell has been absent from Senate duties for an extended period, prompting public discussion.
- ▪The episode of Slate's "What Next" podcast examines the implications of an aging legislative body.
- ▪Sam Moyn, author of "Gerontocracy in America," appears as a guest to discuss the issue.
- ▪The conversation raises the possibility of instituting mandatory retirement ages for elected officials.
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What Next July 13, 20265:20 AM Mitch, Lindsey and the Gerontocracy Schrödinger’s senator shows exactly why America needs to retire the gerontocracy. Copy Link Share Share Gift Story Only Slate Plus members can gift Slate stories. Become a member to share 10 free articles a month. <div class="slate-megaphone__slot"></div> View Transcript Advertisement Listen & Subscribe Choose your preferred player: Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music TuneIn Pocket Casts RSS Feed For questions about subscriptions or your Slate Plus feed, check our FAQ. <p class="slate-notification--error podcast-how-to-listen__notification">Please enable javascript to get your Slate Plus feeds.</p> All Slate Plus Podcasts Get Your Slate Plus Podcast If you can't access your feeds, please contact customer support.
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