1. United States
2. Wisc.
3. Letter

There are growing calls for reform of the political system after revelations that 90-year-old Rep. Kay Granger has been residing in an assisted living facility while still serving in Congress, raising questions about her capacity to adequately represent constituents. This incident underscores the need to consider measures such as age limits and term limits for elected officials to ensure they maintain the faculties and connection to the electorate required for such an important responsibility. At the same time, any reforms must balance safeguarding our democratic process with respecting the will of voters and preserving valuable experience. A nuanced approach promoting both turnover and qualified leadership is needed to address this complex issue.