Older Americans Highlight 26 Cultural Shifts They Feel Are Overlooked in Modern Discourse
BuzzFeed published a compilation of 26 observations from older Americans regarding societal changes they feel are rarely discussed. The post, authored by Jennifer McPhee, highlights shifts in community interaction, financial stability, and daily etiquette. Contributors note a decline in neighborly assistance, the disappearance of cursive writing in schools, and increased reliance on disposable goods. The article contrasts past economic mobility, such as affording apartments on minimum wage in 1969, with current housing costs. It also touches on changes in child safety norms, religious tolerance, and workplace dress codes. The piece invites readers to share their own observations on how social structures have evolved over the decades.