Re: "Naive, I know, but without trying we would never know."
> This has led to accusations of the older generation selling out the younger etc., yet you could also look at it as the older (more experienced) voters looking out for the younger generation (which are their children and future, remember).
That's a good thought. Unfortunately, in this case it doesn't appear to be the case in general.
Instead it appears they're trying to look after their own interests, not caring they're reducing the opportunities and likely permanently damaging the lives of the next generation (apart from the exceptional high flyers).
Biting the hand that feeds IT
