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the youth of today

The Youth of Today:
A Misunderstood Generation
Previous generations have set expectations for today's youth, stating that those born between 1979 and 1994, my generation, the Y generation, can easily be categorized into stereotypical groups. My generation is prejudged with stereotypical labels such as the lazy generation, the rebellious generation, and even the violent generation, each label more degrading as the extensive list continues. The previous living generations which are composed of Generation X , the Baby boomers, Silent generation , and the WWII Generation, have set such a standard that is socially unacceptable for my generation today. The perspective of one’s morality has changed through the years clouding the previous generations’ ability to foresee the potential of my generation. With each appointed demeaning title, my generation only grows stronger.
Often criticized as slackers, “Y” kids are nonetheless characterized as lazy, spoiled, and indif...

Posted by: Arianna Escobar

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