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Marc Freedman: Building Bridges Across Generations

Want to live forever? Marc Freedman can help. No, he's not one of the Silicon Valley "immortalists" seeking to radically prolong human life spans. He's the chief executive officer of , an organization that aims to help older Americans make meaningful social contributions and find purpose in later life. In his new book, "How to Live Forever: The Enduring Power of Connecting the Generations" (Public Affairs, $27), Freedman demonstrates how programs that build bridges between the generations benefit society as a whole and help older people leave a lasting legacy. In this lightly edited conversation with Senior Editor Eleanor Laise, Freedman reflects on his own aging process and the

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