Quote by Kurt Vonnegut

And I apologize to all of you who are the same age as my grandchildren. And many of you reading this are the same age as my grandchildren. They, like you, are being royally shafted and lied to by our Baby Boomer corporations and government.

And I apologize to all of you who are the same age as my gra

Summary

This quote expresses an apology directed towards young individuals who share the same age as the speaker's grandchildren. It highlights a sentiment of empathy towards their generation, stating that they are being treated unfairly and deceived by both Baby Boomer corporations and the government. The quote suggests a sense of dissatisfaction with the current system and a desire for greater accountability from those in positions of power.

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Democracy Baby Boomers Corporate Influence

By Kurt Vonnegut

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