Rall wrote a very accurate description of Millenials and did so without rancor or boring attacks. He spoke positive when positives were natural, and he is still right about the 'old-fashionedness' of most Millenials. I know many - as friends, students, colleagues, clients, etc.
Generations do share much in common - stereotypes and all. I constantly hear attempts at wisdom and maturity that should come with age and experience from many who are just too young yet to have gained it. I am glad they are heading in that direction, and they will get there. But as Rall says, I often remind the Millenials in my life, be yourself and be the age you are. You are only in your twenty's once - make mistakes, take risks, stop being so trusting, and explore your freedom while you can.
As a fellow Generation X'er like Rall, I agree with his article and I personally think he shared it well.
One problem with writing about generational politics is that it requires sweeping generalizations. You can point to million exceptions. And of course there’s absolutely nothing anyone can do about it. These things simply are (if you believe, many many do not). Another is that you risk pissing people off…people you like.
To be clear, we Xers think you Millennials are awesome. We just wish you’d act your age.
Like, young.
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