…………….I had it easier than today’s twentysomethings, and I have no problem saying so. But quite a few others can’t see what all the fuss is about when it comes to the financial concerns of today’s young adults.
This became clear as responses poured in to last week’s column tying the Quebec student protests to the financial challenges faced by people who are trying to make the jump from college and university into the work force.
Some responses were heartfelt, like the one from a 78-year-old gentleman who said he grew up “in abject poverty on a farm” and worked to pay for his education. But other comments reflected a view that today’s young adults should just grow up.
My sense is that’s what they’re trying to do. But it’s tougher out there than some of you might know……………….
Source: http://www.theglobeandmail.com/globe…rticle2425558/
good read. this is just an example of the difference between growing up here in the 80s vs today. im getting sick and tired of all the old bucks claiming theyre perfect and hard working whereas youth of today are spoiled and lazy. sure, it might be true for some but most dont have it easy. price of living has gone up, food has gone up, tuition has gone up, gas has gone up, housing has gone up.. yet salaries havent. jobs havent.
this is a big part of the whole "occupy" movement. the system is failing. were not all lazy and ungrateful.
global financial institutions, elitist politicians, etc know people are starting to see the scam of the system. and theyre scared..
there are big changes going on globally. move with it or get left the f- behind..
