Geeze, A Geezer

Can somebody help me understand? Why is it that most positions of governing authority and power are controlled by the senior sect? I am currently half-a-hundred and I can feel my mind slipping away. I shouldn't be in charge so please, stop asking.

When you reach geezer status, more often than not, I've witnessed the noggin in decline along with the bones and ability. I don't expect James Brown (age 73) to continue doing splits on stage. Adam West (age 78) should not be wearing tights. Eddie "Ted" Kennedy (age 74) should not give driving instructions or offer any thoughts on morality. I don't want Rumsfeld (age 74) to ever work again.

Hey old heads, please don't take offense at this, I love you dearly, your stories are pretty great the first 3 times, but when was the last time you displayed any original thoughts? If we continue with the ancient in leadership why would we expect them to come up with fresh new ideas to address modern day situations, such as global warming, alternative energy sources, a cure for aids, nuclear weapon control, a remedy to the poisoning of earth and ourselves and my ever stiffening joints?

New blood, new ideas, new energy, new life.