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Maggie Kuhn discusses ageism and old people power

BROADCAST: Jun. 28, 1974 | DURATION: 00:49:28

Synopsis

Interviewing Maggie Kuhn of the Gray Panthers about the roles of senior citizens and the welfare of the aged in the United States. Kuhn talks about how society thinks once a person has retired, he or she is set aside or put to pasture. To the contrary, older people have a lot to offer with their wisdom, their knowledge and their experiences, says Kuhn.