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Moreover, the crisis aggravated existing inequalities, leading to a widening wealth gap. Those with higher educational attainment and stable jobs emerged relatively unscathed, while lower-income groups struggled to bounce back.
The Effects Felt by Youth
"2521" notably portrays the dreams and aspirations of its youthful characters, paralleling the lost opportunities of the millennial generation during the crisis. Both Hido and Egin's stories reflect the dashed hopes of their contemporaries. Students returning from abroad found themselves unable to afford their education, resulting in a generation hampered by the lack of opportunities.