[TheOtherHobbes]

Boomers may have had harsh conditions growing up, depending where they were. But once into adulthood they had a fairly easy time of it. Jobs were plentiful, costs of essentials like housing and further education were relatively low, and they had significant disposable income.

The fact many of them assume the modern economy works the same way when in fact it's a much harsher environment is a curious phenomenon.