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In reply to the discussion: Melissa Harris Perry Just Said: "It's Reasonable To Raise the Retirement Age" [View all]Thekaspervote
(32,762 posts)I'm a registered nurse.. Worked in the field for 30+ years. Studies show nurses have the second most mentally stressful job and the 5th most physically stressful job. This is just one example of many where raising the the retirement just won't work!! I have taken good care of myself over the years, mentally and physically sharp, but every nurse my age knows it's time to let someone else, someone younger call the shots, start the IVs and make the decisions that might seriously impact a life that hangs in the balance. Laborers, construction workers, wait staff, housekeepers, the list is endless. They may not be making the same kinds of deciisions, but they cannot continue to work like their 30!! It's disrespectful to say the least... And totally unfair. Obama ran on fairness for all. He better keep that promise, or all dems will suffer the consequences.