Represents the wealth of life experiences that shape the people we become. with medical advancements that prolong human life, old age has taken on a new meaning in societies with the means to provide high-quality medical care. however, many aspects of the aging experience also depend on social class, race, gender, and other social factors

The platt amendment of 1901 forbade cuba from entering into any treaties that would allow undue foreign involvement in cuban affairs. this law was passed after the spanish-american war to make sure that european nations weren’t going to get involved with cuba. 1, why might the platt amendment be considered ironic? 2, what reasons would the united states have for not wanting european influence in cuba?