How old is Mitch McConnell?

Mitch McConnell is 84 years old.

What is a gerontocracy?

A gerontocracy is a government where older people have too much power.

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Are American politicians getting too old? – podcast

First publishedJul 17, 04:00 UTC

Last updatedJul 17, 11:22 UTC · 4m ago

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Are American politicians getting too old? – podcast

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Lindsey Graham, a Republican senator, died, and Mitch McConnell, an 84-year-old senator, returned to work after a long absence.

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Lindsey Graham, a US senator, died. Mitch McConnell, another senator, returned to work after being away for a long time. People are talking about how old US politicians are and if they should stay in power.

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This story matters because it shows how old some US politicians are and if they should stay in power.

In brief

What happened to Lindsey Graham?: Lindsey Graham, a US senator, died.
How old is Mitch McConnell?: Mitch McConnell is 84 years old.
What is a gerontocracy?: A gerontocracy is a government where older people have too much power.

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The outlets frame the story as a discussion about the age of US politicians and if they should stay in power. The Guardian focuses on the recent events and the debate about age, while not providing a clear answer to the question.

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Guardian US PoliticsJul 17, 04:00discusses the age of US politicians

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