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.
That’s some big “all
livesgenerations matter” energy you got there…Generational warfare is counterproductive. I have much more in common with a working class boomer, than I do with a rich person who is my same age.
Probably. But what did that working class Boomer (who at best, is a few years from retirement) voting for? Probably closer in line to what the young rich person says.
We have more in common, but they still vote against their (and by extension, my) best interests. Unless it’s housing of course. Their best interests conflict with mine and align with the rich young guy.
Ok…
So complain about Fortune magazine…
Or at least click the link to see which part of the headline AOC actually said before blaming her for the entire headline.
Like, it’s just such a weird line to care enough to read the headline and write a comment…
But not take the two seconds to see what her actual quote says.
What about that is “generational warfare” that upset you so much?
Do you disagree with the reality of what she’s saying?
Or do you acknowledge it’s true, and are just upset someone said it? Because saying it is what wins elections.