What is the 'old-igarchy'?

It is a term used to describe a group of politicians who are very old.

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An 86-year-old Congress member explains why he won’t retire

First publishedJul 25, 12:00 UTC

Last updatedJul 27, 12:18 UTC · 7m ago

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An 86-year-old Congress member explains why he won’t retire

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Rep. Jim Clyburn, 86, said he won't retire from Congress.

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Rep. Jim Clyburn is 86 years old. He said he will not retire from Congress. This is because he wants to continue serving his country.

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This news is important because it shows that some politicians are choosing to stay in office for a long time.

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How old is Rep. Jim Clyburn?: He is 86 years old.
Why won't Rep. Jim Clyburn retire?: He wants to continue serving his country.
What is the 'old-igarchy'?: It is a term used to describe a group of politicians who are very old.

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The outlets frame the story as a commentary on the age of politicians in the US Congress, with some using the term 'old-igarchy'.

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VoxJul 25, 12:00uses the term 'old-igarchy' to describe the issue