Gray can be the new gold if we prioritize our goals as a society. Helping older Americans live longer, healthier lives creates benefits that stretch far beyond the current generation, and science is just beginning to discover the secrets of longevity. Gray may be the new gold if we consider the long-term benefits of this research.
"[W]e must change the way our nation thinks about life after 65," says Sen. Kohl. "A one-size-fits-all retirement approach will no longer match the very different plans that seniors and Baby Boomers have for their later years. We must make it easier for seniors to stay in the work force if they wish to continue contributing their skills and expertise. And as the statistics show, rethinking retirement is vital, not only to the quality of life for an aging population, but also to our nation's economic future." 53
53. Kohl, H. Rethinking Retirement is Necessary. Roll Call. 2007 Feb 12.
