Two questions: What is the reason for the age bias inherent in the Question of the Week? Do you want signs at our state borders that read, “Older Adults, Keep Out”?
By all measures, those who make up the older population are good citizens!
People ages 55-plus who move here don’t bring crime that deteriorates the state’s safety and quality of life.
We participate in community life more than younger people do, by volunteering, being active members of local organizations and voting.
Many of us have moved to Delaware to provide crucial support to our families by offering child care.
We boost the state’s economy by spending a lot of our life savings here.
We don’t add to everyone’s tax burden by bringing school-age children to Delaware.
A growing number of older adults aren’t retired. They work, providing valuable experience and alleviating labor shortages in various industries.
Despite the negative stereotypes, older drivers, especially those ages 60-69, have the lowest rate of traffic collisions of any age group.
The ageism evident in your Question of the Week is misguided! Older citizens are a real asset to Delaware.
Bankrate reports that independent experts have rated the First State as the best for retirement, so older adults are going to keep on coming here — and that’s a good trend.
Rich Wieland
Smyrna
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