Quote by Ian Williams

I don't like giving names to generations. It's like trying to read the song title on a record that's spinning.

I don't like giving names to generations. It's like trying t

Summary

The quote suggests a disinterest in labeling or categorizing different generations. It likens the act of naming generations to trying to read the title of a spinning record, implying that such attempts are futile or unnecessary. This perspective may reflect an opinion that the qualities and characteristics of an entire generation cannot be easily summarized or limited to a single name. It highlights the difficulty of capturing the complexity and diversity of each generational cohort.

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By Ian Williams

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