PRESIDENTIAL SYMPOSIUM: PRESIDENTIAL POLITICS AND THE FORTITUDE FACTOR: EMPOWERING OLDER ADULTS IN TODAY’S POLITICAL LANDSCAPE
2024

Empowering Older Adults in Today's Political Landscape

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Author Information

Author(s): Shippee Tetyana, Kaskie Brian

Primary Institution: Oxford University Press US

Hypothesis

The study questions how to improve advocacy for older adults in the current political climate.

Conclusion

The study concludes that renewed advocacy efforts and systemic supports are essential for addressing the needs of older adults.

Supporting Evidence

  • There is a decline in advocacy cohesion for older adults.
  • Intergenerational collaboration is needed to address aging policy agendas.
  • Systemic supports are essential for equitable outcomes in aging policies.

Takeaway

The study says we need to work together to help older people, especially during elections, instead of just relying on individuals to be strong.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1093/geroni/igae098.2091

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