"And there is anger at being ignored, sidelined, having our economic futures mortgaged by the generations that came before us on everything from the economy to climate."

Baby boomers comprised a larger share of voters in 2024, accounting for 32%, but they are trending lower after hitting a peak of 36% in 2016.

Ocasio-Cortez, a millennial herself, expects the younger generation will soon tip the scales in American politics.

“Millennials are not punk kids anymore. We’re grown adults with mortgages and kids,” she said. “And we—that generation is starting to be decisive at the polls. And there is anger at being ignored, sidelined, having our economic futures mortgaged by the generations that came before us on everything from the economy to climate. And we’re taking the reins.”

From global warming to debt crisis to lack of affordable health insurance (all intentional), Boomers have definitely overstayed their welcome.

  • givesomefucks@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    1 day ago

    This is not old versus young, plenty of old heads want what the younger gen wants.

    She said millennials are getting more politically active…

    And you’re attacking her because she’s divise?

    By any chance do you consider the phrase “Black lives matter” divisive and think “all live matter” is better?

    Logically that’s what you’re saying, I just would prefer not to make that assumption, so just trying to clarify.

    Edit:

    And in the spirit of clarity, this is her quote that you said is divisive:

    “Millennials are not punk kids anymore. We’re grown adults with mortgages and kids,” she said. “And we—that generation is starting to be decisive at the polls. And there is anger at being ignored, sidelined, having our economic futures mortgaged by the generations that came before us on everything from the economy to climate. And we’re taking the reins.”