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Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
Politics
Michael Finnegan

Elizabeth Warren: 'I'd also be the youngest woman ever inaugurated'

LOS ANGELES _ Former President Barack Obama sparked a spirited exchange in the Democratic debate Thursday with his recent comment in Singapore that the world would be a better place if more women were in charge, and that old men "not getting out of the way" had caused many of its problems.

"I think I disagree with him on this one," said 77-year-old Joe Biden, who was vice president under Obama. He declined to commit to seeking a second term if he wins the 2020 election.

Moderator Tim Alberta of Politico told Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren she'd be the oldest president ever inaugurated if she defeats President Donald Trump.

"I'd also be the youngest woman ever inaugurated," she deadpanned.

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