I choose not to participate:

I was told that those over forty years of age are not desired in the IT field:

I chose not to participate

I was told that old dogs cannot be taught new tricks:

I chose not to participate

I was told that those diagnosed with cancer had an average survival rate of less than ten years.

I chose not to participate

I was told that once the mind of a genius is set; it is impossible to change.

I chose not to participate.

I was told that the present administration will wreck the economy and hiring will cease.

I chose not to participate

I heard that Patriotism, love of country and God are dead;

I choose not to participate

I have many more years under my belt than most of the readers of this blog.

If I may give you some sage advice:

Do not participate if it is not right for you.

You have exactly one life to live: Do what is right for you primarily and all of those who you love secondarily.

There are of course times your primary focus will be upon those you love…you have chosen to participate; good for you!

Participate when you are able.

If you run upon those who believe they should dictate what your life should be:

 Choose not to participate