Controversial take: Boomers are/were the worst parents in history

They were overwhelmingly selfish, abusive (physically, emotionally), and often just absent, leaving the Millennials (their kids) to live as latchkey kids. Even with their children now being adults, they show the same awful personality traits with them as they did when their children were young. So nothing is redeemable. They're still just awful.

Obligatory disclaimer: of course not all Boomers were this way. I am speaking in terms of the general majority rule.

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MarkPaul · 26-30, M

Well, in general this seems to be true but you also have to consider the times Boomers grew up in and that every generation seems to see the magnified flaws of the previous one, perhaps as a way to miniaturize their own flaws.

In reality, each generation seems to be encased in self-interest based on their collective experiences. I hate to think of the assessments that will come due from future generations as they take a look back.