# Why Gen Z and Millennials Have It Worse Than Previous Generations

An opinion piece argues that younger generations face greater economic and social hardships than their predecessors, citing unaffordable housing, stagnant wages, and rising debt. The author contends these structural disadvantages are often overlooked and need policy attention.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Business
- [The Guardian Biz](https://www.theguardian.com/society/video/2026/aug/14/gen-z-and-millennials-have-it-far-worse-than-my-generation-opinion) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:55:12 GMT