Posted 1/23/2024, 11:00:00 AM
Viral Video Highlights Generation Z's Economic Struggles
- Walmart employee Chailyn posted a viral TikTok video venting her frustration over being called "lazy" despite working 40 hours per week and still struggling financially
- She blamed older generations for ruining the economy over the past 20 years, making it much harder for young people today to afford housing and other basics
- Housing prices have increased 125% over the past 20 years while wages have only gone up 83%, creating an affordability crisis
- The broader economic challenges Gen Z faces can be seen in other areas like food, healthcare, and education costs rising faster than incomes
- Chailyn argued previous generations "let the economy turn to hell" and now blame young people for not wanting to "work to fix your mistakes"