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Rewriting economic history

Economy
United Kingdom
Started September 26, 2026

Afternoon all, Generational warfare continues. This week, I wrote a Substack for Politics UK on how we could tip the balance a bit more in favour of the young. And then in the latest episode of our High Resolution podcast (subscribe!) we debated whether the triple lock’s time had come. Our two brilliant guests brought … Continued The post Rewriting economic history appeared first on Resolution Foundation

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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Revising economic history to favor one generation over another risks deepening intergenerational conflict.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Public discussions about economic history should include diverse perspectives to foster understanding across generations.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Economic history should be taught in schools to provide context for current economic policies and challenges.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Altering economic history narratives to align with contemporary values undermines academic integrity.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Different generations have faced unique economic challenges, and historical narratives should reflect these differences.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
The triple lock on pensions is an essential policy that should remain unchanged to protect the elderly.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Government policies should prioritize the economic security of young people to balance the historical inequities they face.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
The triple lock is unsustainable and should be reformed to address the needs of younger generations.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Historical economic policies should be analyzed through the lens of their impact on both current and future generations.
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CLAIM Posted by admin • Sep 26, 2026
Young people today face economic conditions that are significantly worse than those experienced by previous generations.
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