Connolly: Generational change is "nonsense"; Dems want someone "qualified" who has "proved their mettle"

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25. Agree. Experience is valuable and I would not

discount it. In fact, I would not discount someone for being either too old or too young. Ability matters, regardless of age.

I just watched an interview of Jamie Raskin with Brian Tyler Cohen. Raskin talked about being made ranking member of the Judiciary Committee even though there were members of Congress with more seniority. He said that's where he wants to be in the upcoming Congress because that's where the significant work will be needed in countering the MAGA attacks on democracy.

Raskin only has 8 years in the House from 4 terms. But he is capable in knowledge, strategy, and speaking. That's where his abilities are needed so that's where he's going.

I would not favor moving people upward in poditions, ahead of others, just because they are younger and can appeal to younger voters. They have to have abilities that we need and enough experience to know the system and how to get things done. When someone has that, they should not be held back by seniority traditions.

Likewise, when an experienced, older person is doing well and has what we need, they should not be put aside just because of age or just to let a younger person move up.

Merit, based on ability, regardless of age, is what matters.