The Economist: Why those over 55 are becoming the new ‘problem generation’

Retirement isn't what it used to be especially at communities like Latitude Margaritaville.

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05 Jan 2025, 2:06 pm

Retirement isn't what it used to be. At communities like Latitude Margaritaville in South Carolina, baby boomers are embracing a second youth with toga parties, driveway cocktails, and reckless fun. Yet, this carefree lifestyle brings risks: rising STDs, substance abuse, and political unrest. Once the rebels of their youth, these seniors are aging disgracefully, defying expectations—and often consequences. Welcome to the wild world of boomers behaving badly.

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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com