[flamberge]

The reality is rarely that simple. In tech, the pay for a 26 year old isn’t that much lower than a 50 year old

The reality is that second-rate managers prefer younger, less experienced people who are docile and obedient, and will put up with quite a lot of abuse. Having agreeable political opinions is important too.

Actual costs of operation, or even competence are much lesser considerations in staffing decisions.

[Roccus]

ABSO-FRIGGIN-LUTELY!!!