The oldest millennials are turning 45 this year. The oldest Gen Xers are now 60. So how prepared will they be to thrive in the decades ahead? A new tool helps people assess beyond just savings.
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Young voters could be key to midterm success, but they’ve soured on both parties
As Republicans and Democrats gear up for next year’s midterm elections, new polling shows they’re losing ground with a powerful and growing bloc of the electorate: young voters.
The American dream feels impossible for many young voters, who see no political fix
We asked readers whether young Americans today can still have a better life than their parents. They responded with stories of economic hardship and growing disillusionment with leaders in Washington.
In small towns and rural communities, young voters say they feel unseen by leaders
Gen Z and millennial voters will make up more than half of the electorate in 2028. They’re a crucial bloc for both parties, but many are facing daunting economic realities and feel unseen by leaders.
Can young Americans still have a better life than their parents? We want to know
For many Gen Z and millennial Americans, concerns about finances and the economy can feel ever present. NPR wants to know how economic barriers are affecting you and your political views.


