The article examines the disillusionment of Generation X as they observe a radically altered global landscape in 2025. With memories of the Berlin Wall's fall shaping their early ideals, the current political climate, marked by President Trump's affiliations and economic instability, fosters anxiety about the future. Individual stories, such as that of Stuart Knetsch, exemplify the fears of job security and family well-being. Meanwhile, Millennials and Gen Z share similar struggles, navigating unprecedented challenges with resilience and humor, while Baby Boomers report higher levels of happiness amidst the turmoil.
What I'm seeing just terrifies me, every single day. It's tough to plan a future for myself, my family, my kids, when it just kind of all looks hopeless right now.
Back then, the triumph of democracy and free markets seemed decisive. The present might not have been the best, economically speaking, but the future looked stable.
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