http://www.cbc.ca/canada/saskatchewan/story/2010/08/05/sk-yorkton-terry-fox-run-1085.html#socialcomments
I always enjoy reading the comments posted on the CBC news stories. Most of the time, I laugh at how dumb we make ourselves sound; but one particular comment made by MadMaxRulez makes a lot of sense and it is something I have been saying for years.
I wish I lived in the 70s and 80s, because I would be filthy rich. The fact of the matter is that income has increased only a fraction when compared to what expenses are.
If you are someone who can recall those years, think about the prices of the following:
--Homes
--Vehicles
--Fuel
--General utility bills
Consider that now, we not only have increased expenses but we are also pretty much obligated to pay bills that didn't exist in the 70s and 80s (internet, cell phones). Those of you that suggest internet and cell phones are luxuries aren't living in the real world. That are, basically, necessities.
Read below for what MadMaxRulez has to say (I wish these people would not post under anonymous handles because this person should be applauded and recognized for this).
The truth of the matter is that "the new generation" has to work very hard to get ahead. Disposable income has not changed since the 1980's and, in fact, is now decliining. For example SaskPower just got approved for a 5% rate hike but most people's wages will not go up by 5% this year will they? The bottom line is that more than ever many people (especially young people mnay of whom can only find part time work at low wages) have to work harder to maintain even a modest standard of living and their lack of time requires them to cut anything that doesn't put food on the table or doesn't pay the rent. Instead of being judgmental of the "new generation" perhaps organizations that rely on volunteers need to be more understanding and more flexible in what they require of volunteers?
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