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CC Cowboy · June 19th, 2010, 08:03 AM

This 92 year old lady is a victim of elderly abuse. Her children, whom are probably in their 60's or 70's, should have taken her keys and not let her drive. They should be held responsible for not caring for their mother (just like parents are responsible for reckless children). However, if there are no children, then I would hold the government responsible for not maintaining the safety of the road by letting an unqualified driver to possess a license (and drive).

Older drivers need to be tested more rigoriously then they currently are. They should be given a driving test (on the road with an instructor) that puts them in situations, where the public can be in jepardy, to see how they handle the situations.

I read about elderly plowing into other cars, stores, bus stops, and even open air markets. They are quick to place the blame on others, or medication reactions, when it is usually confusion or delirium. This has been going on for far to long and the statistics show the elderly are just as dangerous as the young new driver (per mile driven).

I feel for the elderly when they lose their ability to drive thus losing their independence but I feel the danger of them killing others is more of an issue. Unfortunately, it comes down to voting. Older people vote (younger don't as much). They vote for people who protect them at the expense of others.

June 19th, 2010, 08:03 AM	#34
CC Cowboy ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Whodat Location: Ware Is.,MA Join Date: Jan 2009 Motorcycle(s): I pass the wind! Posts: A lot. MOTM - Mar '13, Jun '14	This 92 year old lady is a victim of elderly abuse. Her children, whom are probably in their 60's or 70's, should have taken her keys and not let her drive. They should be held responsible for not caring for their mother (just like parents are responsible for reckless children). However, if there are no children, then I would hold the government responsible for not maintaining the safety of the road by letting an unqualified driver to possess a license (and drive). Older drivers need to be tested more rigoriously then they currently are. They should be given a driving test (on the road with an instructor) that puts them in situations, where the public can be in jepardy, to see how they handle the situations. I read about elderly plowing into other cars, stores, bus stops, and even open air markets. They are quick to place the blame on others, or medication reactions, when it is usually confusion or delirium. This has been going on for far to long and the statistics show the elderly are just as dangerous as the young new driver (per mile driven). I feel for the elderly when they lose their ability to drive thus losing their independence but I feel the danger of them killing others is more of an issue. Unfortunately, it comes down to voting. Older people vote (younger don't as much). They vote for people who protect them at the expense of others. __________________________________________________ If everything seems under control; you're just not going fast enough! Last futzed with by CC Cowboy; June 19th, 2010 at 12:51 PM.