According to a recent Wall Street Journal/NORC poll, a majority of Americans believe that their children’s lives may be worse than their own. In the survey, 78% of respondents expressed that they “do not feel confident” their children will be better off. This sentiment reflects a growing pessimism about the future, particularly concerning economic prospects for the next generation. Rising costs, inflation, and economic instability contribute to this concern. It’s a sobering reminder of the challenges faced by families today.
Wall Street Journal finds a record high 78% of Americans do not have confidence that life for their children’s generation will be better than their own.
— The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) June 23, 2024