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Kids These Days

Human Capital and the Making of Millennials
Book • 2017
In 'Kids These Days,' Malcolm Harris presents a critical examination of the socio-economic forces that have shaped the Millennial generation, arguing that these young adults are the products of an intensifying culture of hyper-competition and economic exploitation.

Harris meticulously dissects the pressures placed on Millennials, from the education system to the labor market, revealing how they have been conditioned to prioritize productivity and adaptability at the expense of personal well-being.

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