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Galloway began his talk with a stark observation regarding the economic landscape, highlighting a disconnection between younger generations and the prosperity enjoyed by their parents. He noted that for the first time in U.S. history, many people aged 30 and younger are not financially better off than their parents were at the same age. This breakdown of the social contract results in feelings of rage and shame amongst young people who feel deprived of opportunities that previous generations had.
He pointed to alarming statistics: individuals over 55 generally feel positively about the U.S., while less than one in five under 34 share similar sentiments. The hyper-focus on wealth and income disparities led to a broader societal discontent that could fuel significant movements and change.