Eighty is the new 60

[Warpy]

14. 80 is still 80

but people age at different rates. I've seen people who were ancient in their mid 50s, their bodies wearing out quickly. I've seen people who were engaged and active into their 90s. I had a grand aunt who took boxing lessons at the age of 90. She wasn't half bad.

The problem after the big 8-0 is that things tend to catch up to people quickly. Even if they're engaged and active, a serious illness or major fracture can be lethal. Still, even without that, things like slowed nerve conductivity will lead to falls, speech can be affected, and other wear and tear can make all body systems just not work properly. Biden is mentally sharp but his body is obviously slowing him down. It's the tyranny of the clock and it will affect us all.

I'll vote for him if he runs in 2024, but I won't be surprised if he doesn't finish his term. Younger presidents have become disabled or died in office, and the country didn't fall apart. It was designed not to.