Author: Patrick Lee

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – Members of the United States Congress, Hollywood stars, and wealthy donors are all urging President Joe Biden to step aside from the 2024 presidential race due to concerns about his age and performance. Surveys indicate that many American voters share these worries, especially with 78-year-old Donald Trump as a potential opponent. Meanwhile, in Southeast Asia’s Malaysia, age is not a barrier to political success. Leaders like Mahathir Mohamad and Anwar Ibrahim have risen to power in their advanced years, with their policies mattering more to Malaysian voters than their age. Despite a retirement age of 60,…