Now for all of you that are still looking into this thread...
This is an example of impercise communication. Someone thinking faster than they can type. In their own mind they are absolutely sure of their meaning. But what is typed is very inaccurate and spotty.
IF the OP meant, "those old guys in congress I saw voting" and only typed, "old folks" then it is completely understandable that anyone over 35 reading this thread to understand the OP meant them and not congress. Very few people on this planet are accomplished mind readers.
As mentioned by, I think, Jerry; taking the time to reread your own posting for clear communication, spelling and grammar goes a long way to avoid these types of flame wars.
As to cultrual referrences to those that have experienced them:
Garry Moore
Derwood Kirby
Jerry Mahoney
KnuckleHead Smith
My Little Margie
Pete and Gladys
Bob Cummings
Mynard G Crebbs
Chet Huntley
David Brinkley
I've only heard of 5 of these!!! I bow down to your oldness!!!