How old is too old to run for elected office? Why does the United States have one of the oldest Congresses among industrialized nations? Is it time for younger representatives and fresh perspectives in government?
Amidst the ongoing discourse surrounding Presidents Biden and Trump and whether they are “too old” to run for president again, CSU’s Center for Healthy Aging will host a panel discussion on President’s Day, Feb. 19, to delve into this topic.
Featuring panelists with expertise in healthy aging, anti-ageism, political science and principles of democracy, this event will explore the extent to which age should influence your decision-making at the 2024 ballot box.
Featuring perspectives by:
- Karrin Anderson, moderator and Professor of Communication Studies. Anderson studies how communication is used to foster or impede the growth of healthy democratic culture.
- Manfred Diehl, University Distinguished Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. Diehl studies processes of adult development and aging, with a particular focus on how successful and healthy aging can be achieved.
- Christine Fruhauf, Professor of Human Development and Family Studies. Fruhauf studies grandparent-grandchild relationships, interventions supporting grandfamilies and family caregivers, and community-based engagement to enhance resources and programs for healthy aging.
- Lucas Brady Woods, State Capitol Reporter at KUNC. Woods covers all things politics: the legislature, governor, government agencies, elected officials, elections, and government policy.
- Nick DeSalvo, ASCSU president and political science student. DeSalvo represents the interests of the CSU student body and advocates for students at the University and local levels.
Time and place
Though this event is free and open to the public, registration is required. Sign up and submit your questions for the panelists.
This is a hybrid event – participants can choose to attend virtually via Zoom or in-person at the Lory Student Center, Never No Summer room, 5:30-7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 19. Light refreshments will be provided.
Visitor parking is available in lot 310, just north of Lory Student Center, accessed from W. Laurel St.
Unable to attend the discussion but still want to share your input? Organizers are gathering public opinions on the topic of age limits for politicians at the registration link.
This event is sponsored by CSU’s Thematic Year of Democracy and Civic Engagement.