15 reasons why so many feel resentment towards boomers
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15 reasons why so many feel resentment towards boomers
Boomers are those people who were born between 1946 and 1964. While they have long been a cultural force, the younger generation has made them a target of their frustration. This resentment is not without any reason, as it stems from a complex web of both social and economic factors. Here’s a look at them.
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Who is Generation Jones?
I was born between 1946 and 1964 and always identified as a baby boomer. Now I learn that there are two micro-generations defined within the Baby Boom generation: Early boomers (those born between 1946 and 1954) and Generation Jones (those born between 1955 and 1964). I am Generation Jones, a cohort that represents approximately 25% of the population.
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Here’s how baby boomers spend their money
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