Three distinct sources provided their perspectives, backed by supporting data, on the implications of ageism in various forms of government, including parliamentary and democratic systems. Examining the period from 2020 to 2022, a census revealed that members of the United States House of Representatives were, on average, 20 years older than the general population.

Over the past four decades, the age of House members has consistently increased. This prompts the question: What impact does this aging trend have on our government? Additionally, a related question arises: Should there be mandatory cognitive impairment testing for political representatives aged 60 and above?

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