The Progressive Paradox: Can Age Be an Asset in Politics? The recent Senate primary in Massachusetts has thrown a fascinating twist into the debate over age vs. youth in politics.
Ed Markey, an 80 year old Democrat, is poised to defy expectations and win re election, challenging the notion that older politicians are out of touch or unable to adapt.
Markey's campaign has focused on burnishing his left wing credentials with endorsements from Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, positioning himself as the voice of progressive values.