I have to laugh. I was reading the tightwad gazette 3. I don't know exactly when this book was written but I'm inclined to believe it's been 20-30 years at least probably longer.
In it I saw a quote,
" The idea that baby boomers have fewer opportunities and must struggle harder than previous generations is believed by millions of americans. Specifically they believe it's almost impossible to raise kids on a middle class income these days anymore "
So basically everyone thinks their parents had it easier. Generation after generation.
It's just wild.
I'm not claiming that folks don't have it harder, nor easier, but just that it seems like everyone has and will indefinitely complain about this.