ageism

Example Sentences

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I think ageism is as much a problem in our national conversation as sexism.

From Washington Post

Long considered lost, the 53-minute movie was commissioned by a Lutheran organization for use as an educational film to combat ageism and the mistreatment of seniors.

From New York Times

“Is it ageism to say someone is too old to carry out a job? And who decides that?” says Cohen.

From Washington Post

That never would have happened if ageism and gender discrimination hadn't destroyed what she had at Ava's age.

From Salon

Zhao changed the part a bit telling Variety that it was important for her to combat ageism in Hollywood.

From Fox News