Ageism is real, don't get me wrong. I'm 69 years old, and I've experienced it personally. Nevertheless - we older white males are the most privileged group in America. Calling ageism the "most pervasive form of discrimination" - I mean, everybody gets old, so sure. But... there seems to be a lack of awareness here about what other forms of discrimination entail.
@paxterrarum I suppose ageism does effect everyone, regardless ethnicity, culture, gender, sexuality etc.
It may be less awful, but he might be correct that it is the most *common* which is how I read "pervasive" in this context.
@stueytheround I agree that in the literal interpretation of his words, he may be correct. But, I dunno... I'm sensing a perception of equivalence in his complaint. But no one is threatening him with death or deportation. No one is bombing retirement communities.