"It's hard to remember a time when our government didn't look like a nursing home. The last time we didn't have a septuagenarian-or older-in the Oval Office was in 2016, and this year, the (rest in peace) died of old age. So it must have been really hard for Nancy Pelosi to buck the trend-and retire at the ripe age of 85. ( three members of Congress who died Thank. God.)"
"On the other end of the MAGA spectrum, current House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) sensed an opportunity to whine about Tuesday's Blue Wave and lamented Pelosi's move as a result of "radicals" taking over the Democratic Party. "That is a very important sign that I hope that you all will delve into," he said. Delve, we shall!"
"On Thursday, the first female House Speaker a nearly six-minute video extolling San Francisco and paying homage to the city she's represented for nearly four decades. "I want you, my fellow San Franciscans, to be the first to know-I will not be seeking reelection to Congress," she said. "With a grateful heart, I look forward to my final year of service as your proud representative." Thank you, San Francisco. pic.twitter.com/OP8ubeFzR6 - Nancy Pelosi (@TeamPelosi) November 6, 2025"
Government leadership skews elderly, with many septuagenarians and older in top positions; Nancy Pelosi announced she will not seek reelection at age 85. Pelosi released a nearly six-minute video celebrating San Francisco and stating she looks forward to her final year of service as a proud representative. Political figures across the spectrum praised her influence and legislative effectiveness, including Hillary Clinton, Jasmine Crockett, and Barack Obama, who called her one of the best House Speakers. Marjorie Taylor Greene offered reluctant praise despite past threats, while House Speaker Mike Johnson blamed "radicals" and urged scrutiny of Democratic shifts.
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