Is the mainstream media aligning farther with the far-left? Seems like it. Scary!
MSNBC anchor Chris Hayes recently took aim at former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, criticizing her for using her influence to ensure that Rep. Gerry Connolly, D-Va., secured the top position on the House Oversight Committee over younger, more far-left Democrats like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. Hayes’ comments struck a chord with many Republicans, especially those concerned about the entrenched power of older politicians in both parties.
In his remarks, Hayes expressed frustration with the “gerontocracy” that continues to dominate Washington, D.C., pointing out that Pelosi, at 84 years old and recovering from a fall, was still actively shaping the political landscape, despite her age. Hayes remarked, “It feels like a moment of genuine madness,” calling out the Democratic Party for clinging to power and obstructing the rise of younger, more dynamic leaders.
Hayes went on to argue that while some older Americans remain active and healthy well into their 80s or 90s, there is a growing concern about the risks of older politicians holding significant power. He highlighted the political setbacks faced by the left due to the advanced ages of figures like President Joe Biden and the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. “Democrats are not taking this issue seriously,” Hayes warned, stressing that the party’s failure to address the aging leadership problem could lead to further losses.
The MSNBC anchor also pointed to the case of Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, who is undecided about running for re-election in 2026 when she will be 79 years old. Hayes referenced a Pew Research poll that found 79% of Americans support age limits for politicians in Washington—a striking statistic in today’s polarized climate. “Seventy-nine percent of Americans don’t agree on anything,” Hayes noted, “but they agree on this. Democrats should listen.”
In a similar vein, MSNBC host Joy Reid also criticized Washington’s aging leadership, calling the system a “gerontocracy” that stifles progress and innovation. She drew a comparison to Barack Obama’s rise, noting how his campaign was driven by a desire to break free from the older, more entrenched forces of the Democratic National Committee (DNC).
For Republicans, this debate highlights the growing frustration with a political system that seems more focused on protecting the interests of established, aging politicians rather than giving fresh voices a chance to lead. With term limits gaining broad public support, it’s clear that voters want a change. Both parties would do well to listen to the growing calls for a new generation of leadership.