Ron Paul's Age

[0zzy]

I was a little concerned about Ron Paul's age. If he took office is it possible he could functionally take role as the President of the USA for 8 years of office? He is 72 and I was worried he would die of old age or somehow slow down and couldn't perform his duties. So I looked up the presidents ages when they were in office, the presidents that were the same age or older and had 1 or more terms in office:

Ronald Reagan (69 Years 11months, 2 terms)
James Buchanan (65 years, 10 months, 1 term)
George H.W. Bush (64 years, 7 months, 1 term)
Zachary Taylor (64 years, 3 months, 1 term)
Dwight D. Eisenhower (64 years, 3 months, 1 term)

I just thought it would be interesting to see the same presidents in the same age groups. Pretty interesting right? :)

[Kuldebar]

Well, longevity is influenced strongly by genetics. His parents lived long lives:

Howard Caspar Paul (1904–1997)
Margaret Paul (1908–2001)

[michaelwise]

We had a severely handicapped president at one point in our nations history, and as I recall, he did a pretty good job. What was his name?

[0zzy]

We had a severely handicapped president at one point in our nations history, and as I recall, he did a pretty good job. What was his name?

Hahaha, I know I'm just a worried little turd. I would go crazy if I woke up one morning and got the news that Ron Paul died in his sleep or something.

[Kuldebar]

Hahaha, I know I'm just a worried little turd. I would go crazy if I woke up one morning and got the news that Ron Paul died in his sleep or something.


Well, give enough time you'll get used to growing old. :p

17? Ha!

But, Paul is definitely the type of man making the most of whatever time he has, and so should we all.

[Kuldebar]

We had a severely handicapped president at one point in our nations history, and as I recall, he did a pretty good job. What was his name?

Him:

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/Kuldebar/BookJacket.jpg

[McDermit]

He seems to be in good shape. He excercises like a mad man.. so he's certainly no Cheney. :P

[Thor]

If we even get 1 term from him the changes will be dramatic and will ignite a fire storm.

If he wins or gets threating enough to win I am more concerned about external forces trying to "take him out" than his health to be honest with you.

[0zzy]

If we even get 1 term from him the changes will be dramatic and will ignite a fire storm.

If he wins or gets threating enough to win I am more concerned about external forces trying to "take him out" than his health to be honest with you.

They'd make it look like he died of old age. They already used the assassination card already. Maybe an "accident"?

[michaelwise]

Him:

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d124/Kuldebar/BookJacket.jpg

I didn't say he was perfect.

[Kuldebar]

I didn't say he was perfect.

I didn't say he was the devil. :eek:



:D

[Richandler]

If you are concerned about age vote for Barak Obama. Otherwise stick with Paul.

[0zzy]

If you are concerned about age vote for Barak Obama. Otherwise stick with Paul.

I wasn't implying I wouldn't vote for him, I was implying that I don't want him to die. Though he seems to be very healthy and his parents lived long lives. So don't get all crazy on me.

[ghemminger]

He is starting to look his ages...esp. the bags under his eyes...Don't his handlers know that the man needs lots o rest esp. before a debate.....

[ThePieSwindler]

I'd say roosevelt was one of the more overrated presidents, along with Lincoln. If you are a fan of limited government, neither of these guys would be seen by you in a good light. Roosevelt was not the socialist many claim he was, rather he was an advocate of a mixed economy (which is arguably just as bad), and not only used state intervention in the economy to try to bring the nation out of the great depression (the results of which were challenged at the time and were arguably unsuccessful), but he also set a prescedent for goverment intervention that has really not gone away since. And near the end of his presidency, he tried to pack the court with judges that would cater to his own agenda. He also showed his lust for power by bucking the traditional prescedent set by Washington of stepping down after two terms that EVERY PRESIDENT FOLLOWED until roosevelt (which resulted in a constitutional amendment on the matter). He was not a man of the Constitution, he was a man that did not mind stepping over it to achieve what he believed was "right". Unfortunately, many see his powerful presidency as having been a good thing. Was he a powerful, strong leader? Undoubtedly. Was he a good executive in faithfully executing constitutional laws? Hardly. Powerful and strong does not necessarily equate to good leadership if it undermines liberty.

Ron paul is certainly aging, but he is nowhere near being "out of commission". Sure he might need a little extra rest, but hey, its tough work campaigning and legislating as well. The congressional recess should be good for him to rejuvinate and focus on the campaign.

[michaelwise]

I'd say roosevelt was one of the more overrated presidents, along with Lincoln. If you are a fan of limited government, neither of these guys would be seen by you in a good light. Roosevelt was not the socialist many claim he was, rather he was an advocate of a mixed economy (which is arguably just as bad), and not only used state intervention in the economy to try to bring the nation out of the great depression (the results of which were challenged at the time and were arguably unsuccessful), but he also set a prescedent for goverment intervention that has really not gone away since. And near the end of his presidency, he tried to pack the court with judges that would cater to his own agenda. He also showed his lust for power by bucking the traditional prescedent set by Washington of stepping down after two terms that EVERY PRESIDENT FOLLOWED until roosevelt (which resulted in a constitutional amendment on the matter). He was not a man of the Constitution, he was a man that did not mind stepping over it to achieve what he believed was "right". Unfortunately, many see his powerful presidency as having been a good thing. Was he a powerful, strong leader? Undoubtedly. Was he a good executive in faithfully executing constitutional laws? Hardly. Powerful and strong does not necessarily equate to good leadership if it undermines liberty. My point about using FDR as a reference is that, his handicap, as with Ron's age, did not hinder his ability to govern the nation.

[ghemminger]

Ron Paul is a healthy DR. He wouldn't run if it was bad for his health

[ThePieSwindler]

My point about using FDR as a reference is that, his handicap, as with Ron's age, did not hinder his ability to govern the nation.

Yeah i know but since it was brought up, i had to vent. Lawl. No i understand completely what you meant.

[Roxi]

I'd say roosevelt was one of the more overrated presidents, along with Lincoln. If you are a fan of limited government, neither of these guys would be seen by you in a good light. Roosevelt was not the socialist many claim he was, rather he was an advocate of a mixed economy (which is arguably just as bad), and not only used state intervention in the economy to try to bring the nation out of the great depression (the results of which were challenged at the time and were arguably unsuccessful), but he also set a prescedent for goverment intervention that has really not gone away since. And near the end of his presidency, he tried to pack the court with judges that would cater to his own agenda. He also showed his lust for power by bucking the traditional prescedent set by Washington of stepping down after two terms that EVERY PRESIDENT FOLLOWED until roosevelt (which resulted in a constitutional amendment on the matter). He was not a man of the Constitution, he was a man that did not mind stepping over it to achieve what he believed was "right". Unfortunately, many see his powerful presidency as having been a good thing. Was he a powerful, strong leader? Undoubtedly. Was he a good executive in faithfully executing constitutional laws? Hardly. Powerful and strong does not necessarily equate to good leadership if it undermines liberty.

Ron paul is certainly aging, but he is nowhere near being "out of commission". Sure he might need a little extra rest, but hey, its tough work campaigning and legislating as well. The congressional recess should be good for him to rejuvinate and focus on the campaign.


(in a deep british voice) i concur...... FDR was corrupt

[Akus]

hmm, what is that Roosevelt myth book about?
And why is wiki saying nothing about this so-called "myth"

[Revolution9]

Hahaha, I know I'm just a worried little turd. I would go crazy if I woke up one morning and got the news that Ron Paul died in his sleep or something.

Dude.. Yer just a young lad. 70 years is not old. Not for a get up and go who eats right and watches his health. He will live into hs nineties. And still have balls for steel. A 67 year old retired marine broke a highway robbers collarbone with a headlock on a central American holiday a few months back.

Best Regards
Randy

[robatsu]

I was a little concerned about Ron Paul's age.

Not much to do about that, so maybe worry about the things we can do something about.

[Bradley in DC]

Ozzy,

Dr. Paul won't be 72 until later this month! Sheez, spreading lies about the good doctor...;)

Seriously, he's mentally sharp as a tack and probably in better shape than most of his rivals.


I was a little concerned about Ron Paul's age. If he took office is it possible he could functionally take role as the President of the USA for 8 years of office? He is 72 and I was worried he would die of old age or somehow slow down and couldn't perform his duties.

[shadowhooch]

Honestly,
I actually feel a little sorry for Ron Paul that he has to work so hard at 71 years old. The past few days, I've been reading his Iowa schedule and that would wear out a 30 year old!

Unfortunately, it won't slow down for Ron Paul if he gets nominated as the Republican candidate as he'll have to battle it out with Hillary or Obama. Nor will it slow down if he becomes President (because he is gonna change EVERYTHING!). Quite a daunting task for anyone of any age.

If he does go all the way and starts America down the road of change, he should go down in history as one of the finest Patriots who ever graced this land - literally dedicating his life to American Freedom and Liberty.

Ron Paul has my utmost respect and support. I wish him nothing but the best and am eternally grateful for his efforts. All this campaign work and donations are the LEAST we can do to help this man. :cool:

[Johnnybags]

http://www.fredthompsonforum.com/showthread.php?t=563


Scroll down, he looks old as dirt, when he talks , if he talks you will see he is far less vigorous than Ron, and i'll bet 6/5 he is Cialis dude. Heck, he should take their mantra, "when the time is right"wahwahwah.

[tnvoter]

Reagan ended his term as the oldest president in history. 73*.