As Millennials and Gen Z, we are living in an era where the cost of living has skyrocketed while our wages have stagnated or even decreased. We find ourselves unable to afford homes, cars, or even basic necessities despite working full-time jobs. It is a struggle that is often misunderstood and misrepresented by the media who label us as lazy individuals seeking handouts.

According to a study by the Pew Research Center, millennials have 20% less purchasing power than baby boomers had at our age due to increased costs of housing, education, and healthcare (Pew Research Center). Yet our average hourly earnings have barely budged over the past 50 years when adjusted for inflation (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).

We are not asking for handouts; we are demanding economic fairness. We want politicians and decision-makers to understand that we aspire to own homes, buy cars, put food on our tables without worrying about next month's bills. We do not want to work until we're 70 with no hope of achieving these basic goals.

We call upon policymakers to address this economic disparity urgently. Recognize that this is not just an individual problem but a systemic one affecting millions across generations - Millennials and Gen Z alike.

Join us in raising awareness about this issue by signing this petition today! Let's ensure that future generations won't face the same struggles we do now.