TED Radio Hour What's driving generations apart—and ideas to bring them together
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Jun 21, 2024 
Experts like Scott Galloway, Louise Mabulo, and Derenda Schubert discuss bridging the gap between generations, addressing issues like economic disparities, wealth gaps, youth discontent, and the importance of community in fostering connections across ages.
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Broken Compact
- The American compact, promising generational prosperity, is broken.
- Younger generations face debt, unaffordable housing, and stagnant wages.
Wealth Transfer
- Economic growth has been robust, but wealth has shifted to older generations.
- They own assets like stocks and homes, while young people rely on wages and rent.
Policy Changes
- Increase minimum wage, implement progressive tax structure, and reform Social Security.
- Eliminate capital gains deductions and invest in education, childcare, and mental health.