Generational Change Stops at the Capitol Walls

Punchbowl News: “Democratic voters around the country are clamoring for new party leadership. Older Democratic lawmakers are facing political and electoral pressure like never before.”

“But there’s little chance the House Democratic Caucus will impose term limits on their committee leaders next Congress, showing that the anti-octogenarian movement stops at the walls of the Capitol.”

“It also presents an uncomfortable reality for younger House Democrats despondent at the prospect of potentially waiting years or even decades to snag senior posts on panels. And it’s yet another example of how the desire for generational change among Democrats is running up against a caucus that’s resistant to reform.”