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Originally Posted by PilotMan
Is it though? Are we saying now that there are no measurable differences between the physical and cognitive abilities of different ages, and that they cannot be judged as such?
We say that about race, and it's measurable and true, but I think you're off on your analogy.
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Sure, there is measurable differences between the physical and cognitive tests/abilities of different ages.
Yes, there is measurable differences between the physical and (arguably) cognitive tests/abilities of different races.
Should we be ageist against a population of people because of their age? Should we be racist against a population of people because of their "race"? I think the analogy lines up pretty well.
(Note that I do not consider cognitive abilities to be based primarily on nature. I believe nurture/environment has a role. My guess is anywhere from 40-60 to 60-40).