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In reply to the discussion: I'm a boomer and I'll be the first to tell you that it is time to pass the torch to a new generation of Americans. [View all]Magoo48
(6,718 posts)20. Perhaps, but this is the here and now.
The Young folks out there at this moment, are as focused on the problems at hand as any of the old guard, and, they bring their enthusiasm, stamina, and determination which are bonuses of their youth. We are in a right fucking Fix, so, lets Incorporated the new, especially in places where some of our leaders now seem to be rocking back, leaving the real fighting to a much treasured view.
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I'm a boomer and I'll be the first to tell you that it is time to pass the torch to a new generation of Americans. [View all]
augyboston
Jun 2025
OP
There's the boogie man word, "Socialists" that is always used by naysayers. I say Yes We Can!
augyboston
Jun 2025
#4
Well, it actually labeled him as what he calls himself -- a democratic socialist as Bernie does. But yeah, the label
KPN
Jun 2025
#41
As an 82 y.o., Irish, Italian, Aryian (really, and don't ask, 'cause I don't know),
3Hotdogs
Jun 2025
#12
Out of control predatory capitalism eventually invites more socially orientated candidates.
hadEnuf
Jun 2025
#10
I'm a boomer too and I can remember the days when we didn't have all the answers
FakeNoose
Jun 2025
#17
all americans should be on this . i am ready to check out and have been for a long time
AllaN01Bear
Jun 2025
#19
A younger generation who have not been brought up on the ideal of "compromise"---
Jack Valentino
Jun 2025
#37