To say that my, or any generation is unique was not my intention. You're absolutely right that society is a flat circle of the same economic trends repeating over and over. I also can't stand the malaise that many twentysomethings seem to share about the world without considering the same hardships have existed for centuries. What really worries me though is how easily distracted we've become to inequality inherent in the system. When I was born the middle class was alive and flourishing. The job that barely covers my apartment now could provide a house then. You could find higher education that wouldn't put you in debt 100K and an actual career upon graduation. A 26 year old with a half decent living could actually consider being a father without fear of one misstep blowing it all away. We are not special little snowflakes but you can't ignore that opportunity is a dying animal. What happened to decent work for decent pay? The social contract is broken, in my opinion, a way never before seen. Don't get me wrong, we've still got plenty going for us. It is up to us to suck it up just like past generations to make it better. My point is the gap is getting wider. The pitfalls deeper.