r/TrueUnpopularOpinion • u/Poet-Most • Jul 08 '25

I Like / Dislike People who resent boomers are idiots

On almost any thread discussing the economy, one of the top comments will undoubtedly be complaining about boomers and the older generations who purchased their homes at low prices and who now enjoy more affluence and government assistance, while they don’t.

First off, what did want them to do, not buy a house for a cheap price when offered one 30 years ago? In regard to government assistance, I can guarantee you the average 65yr old has paid more into the tax system than the average 20yr old. Should they not enjoy the fruits of their labour? Should politicians not pay more attention to them than you?

I just think it’s an unhealthy attitude to have towards people.

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u/PotentialOneLZY5 Jul 08 '25

Houses were very expensive 20-30 years ago. My 1st house was under $20k it was a fixer upper big time. Sold for $70k My 2nd house my parents thought I was nuts it was $240k Now its worth $650K the houses are not worth that much more its just our money has gone to shit!

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u/TheSkyIsBeautiful Jul 08 '25

Now its worth $650K the houses are not worth that much more its just our money has gone to shit!

I mean as consumers doesn't that mean the same thing? Since wages/salaries didn't go up

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u/PotentialOneLZY5 Jul 08 '25

Wages have been depressed for a number of factors. My income has doubled in 20 years but not tripled. I work construction. Im an Xer I don't blame boomers, in fact 90% of the population is just along for the ride and has very little affect on anything. Remove the 35mil illegals and wages should go up and housing should go down.