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In reply to the discussion: Young American whites have become a bunch of idiotic hooligans.. [View all]Vanje
(9,766 posts)But you are not that hip.
Did you write this 20 years ago? 30 years ago?
The Ramones haven't put out a significant record since, like 1978. Hell they've all been DEAD for a decade (except the drummer, and drummers dont really count.
Anarchy in the UK was a 1976 release: Sex Pistols.
I think it would be hard to find anyone under 25, who could name one Ramones song.
( For the sake of disclosure, I do, in fact listen to old scratchy Ramones records, but I prefer Rancid, Offspring, Minor Threat, NOFX, etc. I sometimes wear baggy pants,.... but I dont think you meant me, because I'm a grey-haired 58, and besides, I wasn't at Huntington Beach that day.)
Just so you know,
The kids music today is really quite nice. Better than its been for years.
Baggies , No. Its skinny pants now.
I wont even argue with the rest of your screed, but will suggest that you dont judge the all by the actions of a very very few.
The kids are alright. There is increased respect for the environment. Increased self respect:Smoking rates among teens is at a record-breaking low. Homophobia and racism are lower than ever before. Liberal ideology is at a high. They're less sexist. They grew up with smart-professional women, and have more respect for women as intelligent equal members of society.
Most of the youngsters are the best generation I've seen yet.
I have great hope for them.
I'm sure there are a few relict juvenile assholes. Please aquaint yourself with the millions who are not.
And for fucksake , don't bother them about their clothes!