Is politics supposed to be for the old ones?

[Lordhermes]

In some countries I believe that the set of people who runs political affairs are the old ones and is really worrisome, talking about age range 70yrs and above. Like in my country where I'm from these set of people (politicians) just feel they are the only ones fit to run the country and you find it hard to see someone between the age of 40yrs and above to rule as president or any higher position, is really outrageous and irritating. Why is greed speaking more in politics? Must every politician(s) think only about themselves other than the citizens?

I really don't blame most countries that engages in protest year in year out, nobody would be happy to have guys who ship in money into the development of their own businesses other than developing the country.

I am assuming you are younger. So why why not get involved in politics? You really can't complain of wrong people doing wrong politics if you are not doing anything. You can obviously vote for younger candinates, but you also can be a candinate. Politics only change by people changing it. If young people won't vote, there will be most likely old people in charge. As old people might not trust young and inexperienced politicians.

Being young or getting involved in politics won't change the fact that we still have dirty corrupt politicians who still find it hard to quit the game even when they know that they're not competent enough to secure a position. Young people do cast their vote but haven't you asked why is it that the result doesn't always comes out in favor of what the people voted? Is something you have to be worried about, is as if the vote of the people do not count, the old ones just want to be there (in power) not for the people but for the money.

Politics is a task that both the young and old can work on together. However, when you refuse to perform what is right and expected, it is a problem for society. Everyone is welcome to join in politics, regardless of age. However, the system is dominated by old men in my nation, and they were unable to support the youth on their own. Because of this, there are more old men than young guys in the system. Do what you were elected to do, though, whether you are young or elderly.

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[Queentoshi]

Politics is a task that both the young and old can work on together. However, when you refuse to perform what is right and expected, it is a problem for society. Everyone is welcome to join in politics, regardless of age. However, the system is dominated by old men in my nation, and they were unable to support the youth on their own. Because of this, there are more old men than young guys in the system. Do what you were elected to do, though, whether you are young or elderly.

Once it comes to politics I don't think it is a matter of age, politics is for the old and young as long you have what it takes to serve the people, the main reason people go into politics today is just because of there own selfish reasons, either to enrich their self and family not to serve the people, which the number one suppose should be about the people, how to make life easy, to clean the tears of the people, a young man can take that position and do very well, and in the other hand make things worst than the old person that was there before, so it all depends on what they can offer. Any body that want to serve the people will come and do well, it doesn't mean if the person is older or younger.

[yhiaali3]

Here in my country, the current president took power a long time ago and he is now about 50 years old. Many believe that he is ruling the country well, but of course there are many opponents who believe that he is not fit to run the country because of his young age.

Age does not matter if the person is mature enough to be a successful politician, but in general those who are of great age have great political experience and expertise, so they always think that they are the best.

But in my opinion, this is not necessary, especially with regard to technology, where we find that it is difficult for the elderly to accept this modern technology, and therefore they may sometimes cause the country to lag behind.

[coolcoinz]

I don't see old age as a problem to bad leadership but I see corruption and the key factor to bad leadership. An old leader will have more experience in handling issues than a young leader due to their experience in life and in politics.

Good leaders are good fathers to the nation. The problem with Nigeria political system is that they are the same old politicians since in the 70s that are coming back to rule. Meaning that they were young leaders then,so all I see is the same bad eggs that are re-enforcing back to steal the country's funds because their friends are the ones in government.

And I do see it as a problem because in a democracy we're not talking about the individual, but the majority.

How would you describe the average 70 year old politician? He has many years of experience, that's for sure, usually a lot of money, has been in a current monetary system all his life, has used banks all his life, but hasn't used a lot of technology. He's not a fan of computers, new technologies, he falls behind with the innovations. He has wealth to protect, his children and grandchildren, he wants them to be raised in the same values that he was. He doesn't want to change much, feels too old to go through a revolution. He doesn't drive, he's being driven around, he also doesn't shop anymore, he has people who do that for him.

I know I have not much to talk about with these people and I can't expect them to understand me. We definitely need more young politicians in every single country.
In my country the government consists of old farts who due to not driving cars impose new speed limits all the time and make up new fines so they can make more money from those rich drivers, because according to them if you drive you're rich and can pay a fine. Poor people take the bus. Now they even want to force us into driving electric cars that nobody can afford, because they want to be good for the environment Chinese.

I feel like in the last 5 years they increased the fine amounts 4 or 5 times, but it's all good - the more ridiculous the laws are the more money ends up in the treasury.

[BADecker]

If we can only get most of the people to think that politics is only for certain people, then we don't have as much political opposition to our agenda.

[uchegod-21]

In some countries I believe that the set of people who runs political affairs are the old ones and is really worrisome, talking about age range 70yrs and above. Like in my country where I'm from these set of people (politicians) just feel they are the only ones fit to run the country and you find it hard to see someone between the age of 40yrs and above to rule as president or any higher position, is really outrageous and irritating. Why is greed speaking more in politics? Must every politician(s) think only about themselves other than the citizens?

I really don't blame most countries that engages in protest year in year out, nobody would be happy to have guys who ship in money into the development of their own businesses other than developing the country.

I'm some African countries such as mine. Politics and positions is for the old and it is like a family business where inheritance is vital. These old leaders do whatever is possible to remain in power, including reducing their aged and by swearing false affidavit to justify it.
They manipulate the electoral system to always favour them even when the masses vote against them.
They launder and lavish public funds for personal purposes and yet they are being praised by the poor and gullible who they enslaved with slavery .
They remember the poor masses once every 4 years which is during the time of the election.
They keep changing youths as the leaders of tomorrow while we are already in the morrow.

[Wiwo]

I'm some African countries such as mine. Politics and positions is for the old and it is like a family business where inheritance is vital. These old leaders do whatever is possible to remain in power, including reducing their aged and by swearing false affidavit to justify it.
They manipulate the electoral system to always favour them even when the masses vote against them.
They launder and lavish public funds for personal purposes and yet they are being praised by the poor and gullible who they enslaved with slavery .
They remember the poor masses once every 4 years which is during the time of the election.
They keep changing youths as the leaders of tomorrow while we are already in the morrow.

African politics is not practised in it right senses most especially those countries that claim to be practising democracy because in a true democracy, the power belongs to the people and the citizen elect their leaders but in Africa most states' electoral systems are corrupt and at that process of election only favour the old one who has worked in government and have stolen billions of naira from government funds to sponsor their election.

 And the young one who is constantly told that they're the leaders of tomorrow are always pushed back by the big money bag holders and they will do everything possible to win the election,  knowing fully well that all the money their spend is gotten through corrupt means.

[Dunamisx]

Old ones cannot actively participate in politics like the young ones, we need the agile and vibrant minds to go after the community ambition and society building, there are some political positions that requires a particular age range for young adults to partake from while the common one to the old people isn't in politics but the traditional positions and titles, and in every settings both political or traditional, we need people who are ready to serve and rule the people.

[BADecker]

The old one who have stopped aging are the ones who are in the cemeteries or urns. They can't do anything, especially politics. However, if those still alive promote the manifestos of the aged dead, it's the same as if the old ones were still alive.

[hannahB4]

Youth are now participating in the political sector in my country, the governor of my State is in his forties and one other governor in the country, it may take a while for the federal level but youth are politically active now.

[suzanne5223]

From what you said, the major reason why age comes into play in the political setting in your country is because of the selfish game played by the politician where they could eliminate any opponent that appears to be a threat to their political seat.
I think the problem is not about letting the old one govern the country if you as a youth can get your hands dirty you can join the political race.

[ololajulo]

The average age of presidents around the world is 65, 35 as youngest and 85 as oldest. factors that had cause the rise in age of presidents are
1. Experience
2. Ageism
3 Recognition
4. Financial stability/manipulation
A diverse range of ages and perspectives in politics can lead to more balanced decision-making and policies that benefit more people. While younger individuals can bring new ideas and energy to the political process, older individuals can share their experience and wisdom.
Therefore, anyone who has a passion for making a difference and is interested in politics should feel empowered to participate

[Newlifebtc]

Politics does not have an age blanket so I believe that you are missed understanding things concerning politics so policy is based on interest and someone that I have the people interest are the people that people normally vote in election in terms of wallet is not all politicians are beneficiary in government so that is why I want you to understand and it does not classify air quality due to age

[Desmong]

Politics is for every bother so we need to understand what we are doing so that we cam make a better decision. The old and young ones can join politics depending on there aim of joining whether to help the poor and make life better or to come and steal money. Politics is mostly seen as a evil positions that is why we do see the week ones getting to the seat.

[Sexylizzy2813]

What if some of these old experienced politicians are not really interested in getting new ideas but are interested in how to get rich day in day out? Hmmm, to be frank with you that's their aim, if you look at it from how some of them behave when they start up a campaign, Is like a script that they [politicians] read while doing their rally, and they make promises that they know they can't keep like "we'll build new schools, there will be free medical health care bla bla bla... Is a political thing but why is it always so?

I believe that politics doesn't have a specific age, but you see when old people start thinking about a particular plan that would favor them is annoying but I'd like to see a change if we have 15% of old people and 85% of young people running politics, I'd like to see that some day, that's if they'd [old ones] agree to retire and pass the barton to more younger ones.

[uchegod-21]

Politics is supposed to be the mixture of both the old and the young in order to make a fair and reasonable policy for the economy.
The younger ones are supposed to be at the helms of the affairs. While the older ones are supposed to be the advisers who will always call the younger ones to order whenever they derail.
This will create a balance because the older ones are experienced and they will make laws that will guide and protect the right of the old people. While the younger ones who are more civilized and digitalized, will make laws that will enhance the progress of the economy in the present technological era.

But when the older ones are at the helms of affairs, then the younger ones become adviserd, you know that something is seriously wrong.

[o48o]

Being young or getting involved in politics won't change the fact that we still have dirty corrupt politicians who still find it hard to quit the game even when they know that they're not competent enough to secure a position.

Your reasoning doesn't quite make sense. It's like saying that people shouldn't get a fireman jobs because there will be always people who set fires, or policemen because there will be always crimes.
And in comparison, people who are capable and interested on changing things but yet choose not to get involved pretty much guarantees that nothing changes.

Young people do cast their vote but haven't you asked why is it that the result doesn't always comes out in favor of what the people voted? Is something you have to be worried about, is as if the vote of the people do not count, the old ones just want to be there (in power) not for the people but for the money.

Just because person you voted for doesn't win doesn't mean democracy doesn't work. It just means that you are not part of majority who won. If your candidate would win even if only few people had voted, that woudn't be democracy.
(depending what sort of voting system are we talking about)

[Anguwa]

The main issue with politics is godfatherism; many of these senior politicians have been working for the former leaders of the party for a very long time, and when they finish, they give them positions so they can continue what they have started and follow their orders. As a result, it is difficult for some nations with senior leaders to advance quickly.

[Sexylizzy2813]

Being young or getting involved in politics won't change the fact that we still have dirty corrupt politicians who still find it hard to quit the game even when they know that they're not competent enough to secure a position.

Your reasoning doesn't quite make sense. It's like saying that people shouldn't get a fireman jobs because there will be always people who set fires, or policemen because there will be always crimes.
And in comparison, people who are capable and interested on changing things but yet choose not to get involved pretty much guarantees that nothing changes.

Young people do cast their vote but haven't you asked why is it that the result doesn't always comes out in favor of what the people voted? Is something you have to be worried about, is as if the vote of the people do not count, the old ones just want to be there (in power) not for the people but for the money.

Just because person you voted for doesn't win doesn't mean democracy doesn't work. It just means that you are not part of majority who won. If your candidate would win even if only few people had voted, that woudn't be democracy.
(depending what sort of voting system are we talking about)

I can't get it with how you drop your lines, all I'm saying is that people who are in the system just look for what they can benefit from other than doing more on what's best for the citizens.
To be honest with you, I can't see my self voting for something that doesn't work out in my favor, politicians are just selfish. As for Democracy, it hardly works or should I say it doesn't work from where I'm coming from.

[Lordhermes]

Politics is for everyone, it has no age limitation. Everyone should get involved in politics regardless of your age. Politics is for all human beings no discrimination. The aged politicians should carry the young ones along for future purposes.