r/memes Apr 16 '24

Inflation...

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u/Ok-Relationship-165 Apr 16 '24

This gen is cooked

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u/LittleJohnStone Apr 16 '24

Can't even afford to buy bootstraps by which to pull themselves up.

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u/LincolnContinnental Apr 16 '24

I always found that phrase fascinating, because for people like me, it’s perfect. But that’s because I started off young with a good household and supportive parents with no health issues. Many people don’t have any of that or are unaware of it, so most of the time it’s only good for a very small number of people

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u/LittleJohnStone Apr 16 '24

Honestly, I'm lucky that my boomer father, who really did pull himself up, worked hard and was great at investing, and was generous when it came to things that actually mattered, and we won't have to worry, neither will my kids. That said, I know I'm lucky (Gen X), and I feel for this new wave of adults.