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As Democrats wrestle with the choice of speaker for 2019-2020, Pelosi has argued that even at the age of 78 she is best qualified, rejecting some younger Democrats' argument that a new generation of leaders was needed. Fourteen men and two women signed a letter saying they believed "the time has come for new leadership in our caucus." They included Representatives Tim Ryan of Ohio, who unsuccessfully challenged Pelosi for Democratic leader in 2016, and Seth Moulton of Massachusetts, an outspoken critic. Pelosi spokesman Drew Hammill said she "remains confident in her support among members and members-elect" and noted that 94 percent of the Democratic caucus declined to sign the letter.
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