"The Thing About the Idea": But it used to be worse – is that enough for the young?

In the latest episode of "Rzeczy o idei," hosts Estera Flieger and Michał Płociński discuss the phenomenon of gerontocracy in Europe, focusing on the protests by young people in Spain and France against high living costs and public service quality. They explore why Polish youth are less vocal about similar issues, despite facing comparable challenges. The episode highlights the political focus on older voters and the potential for younger generations to express their views at the ballot box.