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SENIOR CITIZEN DRIVING EXAM

I'm sure this would probably be unpopular to a fair number of our elders, and therefore perhaps politically difficult too - as we know this is a demographic who vote in large numbers (which is great and all), BUT considering the increasing rate of traffic accidents among the elderly, (INSERT STATS HERE) would it really be such a bad idea to create the expectation that as we age we take the responsibility to ensure that we're not endangering each other on the road?

I propose that as we turn 65 (or 67) and become a recognized Senior Citizen
, if we wish to drive, we re-take a simple driving test / medical / hand/eye coordination exam, etc.

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Maybe even tie receiving social security to this (provided one wanted to continue driving, that is).


There's been a fair bit written on this topic re: losing our independence as we age and how tough this can be emotionally. The ability to drive is one important, tangible aspect of independence for many seniors, for our parents and loved ones. This might seem harsh. It isn't intended to be.

Isn't it just a fact of life as we get older? Our reaction response rate, for one, is just not as quick as it used to be. Aging should be nothing to be ashamed about.

​But frankly, on the road, it just is more dangerous. And it would be poor judgement on our parts to just willfully continue to ignore this.

We have got to make this about safety. Not just for our senior drivers, but everyone else on the road around us.

We should also couple this campaign with improved accessibility in public transit. (We need better public transit throughout the nation anyway.)

STILL, it's about safety. 
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We've got to be able to come up with some reasonable compromise.

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  • Hi, I'm Adam
    • ID >
      • Two Poems
      • Computer Drawn Art
      • SCUBA diving
      • Korean Ice Cream Review
      • Last Night's Dream
    • EGO >
      • A Bio-Story
      • Resume
      • What Others Say
      • "Ew, Baby Pictures"
      • Fun with facial hair
    • Issues >
      • Debt-Free Education >
        • Learn for Free >
          • Khan Academy
          • Coursera
          • MIT Open Courseware
          • Skillshare
          • Udemy
          • Highbrow
        • Earn Scholarships
      • National Service
      • Election Reform
      • Retire the Penny
      • Universal Basic Income
      • Net Neutrality
      • DVORAK vs QWERTY
      • Senior Citizen Driving Exam
      • Art + Creativity
    • Speaking
    • Subscribe
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    • Contact Adam
  • Work with Meaning
    • Alternative Business Models >
      • TOMS | One for One
      • iPhone Screen Repair | Name Your Own Price
      • "Adam, I Need A Website" | The Gift Economy
    • National Service >
      • Peace Corps Volunteer 2022-23
      • Peace Corps Volunteer 2018-20 >
        • HIV+ Positive Voices: Worldwide
      • AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader 2011-12
      • AmeriCorps NCCC Corps Member 2007-08
    • Leadership in Community >
      • Successfully campaigned for Emergency Window Hammers on Buses in South Korea
      • Started "AmeriCorps Alums" Kiva.org group lending $30,000+
      • I.M.P.A.C.T. Leadership 2007
      • S.T.R.I.V.E. Mentor 2006
    • Environmental Stewardship >
      • The Obama White House Council on Environmental Quality Intern 2009
      • BioTour on the 2008 Campaign Trail
      • aRc of Montara
      • Founded #CleanGwangju
    • Outdoor Education >
      • National Outdoor Leadership School Alumni 2016
      • Rocks + Ropes Facilitator 2011
    • Teaching Abroad >
      • Teaching English in South Korea
    • Activism >
      • PolitiCorps Fellow 2009
      • Young People For Fellow 2007
    • Work with Me >
      • Adam's Edits
  • Travel with Intention
    • And on a Budget >
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      • Budget Travel Tips
      • More Resources + Recommendations
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  • Create Generously
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