Thank you for publishing the article on ageism by Paula Span of The New York Times (“Ageism: Understanding the effects on seniors,” Star-Advertiser, Aug. 20). As a senior, the stereotypes of ageism I feel around me are many. This goes from the folks saying, “Isn’t it about time you retired?,” to the needless mention of age in the biographies of political candidates profiled in your paper. Truly, age is just a number, but when you continually mention age, it is a turnoff for many people (sad but true).

Let’s remember what the article states: “We can argue the merits of one or another politician without rejecting candidates simply because they are too old (or too young),” and, “We can gently protest when even beloved friends and family succumb to stereotypical thinking.”

Marilyn B. Lee

Mililani

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