Ageism

The Ageism In America blog tracks the latest news and research on age discrimination in the United States. By adding their own comments, visitors to the site join ILC-USA staff and guest experts in an ongoing conversation, pushing age discrimination practices into the public discourse. To join the discussion, select any topic below and click "Add Comment" at the bottom of the page. To find out more about our work against ageism, please visit our Ageism in America section.

When is 35 Old?

December 14, 2008

According to the Daily News, New York Yankees' manager Brian Cashman has narrowly avoided perpetrating ageist acquisition tactics.

Abused Elders Often Take the Blame

Monday, November 17, 2008

Similar to the emotions aroused in abused women, abused elders often erroneously imagine that they are to blame. Read More...

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Older Adults Pounding the Pavement

Sunday, October 25, 2008

Given the current economic crisis, many older adults are choosing to go back to work, rather than retire. Read More...

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How Much is Ageism a Factor in the Election?

Monday, October 6, 2008

The Economist recently sat down with the ILC's President & CEO Dr. Robert Butler, interviewing him for their Democracy in America blog. The magazine wanted to know — in “very real medical terms” — how McCain’s age might affect his presidency and how much ageism is a factor in this election.

Tell The New York Times About Your Brush with Ageism

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

The New York Times is looking for the "little things people say or do that irritate you or make you feel diminished or sectioned off from productive society." Read More...

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Hollywood Talent Agency Sees Writing on Wall

Monday, August 25, 2008

A major Hollywood talent agency, International Creative Management Inc., has agreed to settle a lawsuit brought by some 150 television writers who claimed they were discriminated against on the basis on their age. Read More...

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