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It is the envy of the world for its diversity and vitality. Yet America is on course for a presidential election between a white man in his 80s and a white man in his 70s. And yes, they’re the same guys as last time.
Joe Biden, the 46th president and oldest in history, last week launched his campaign for a second term. The 80-year-old faces no serious challenge from within the Democratic party.
Donald Trump, the 45th president