As a "boomer" myself, I suggest that your broom is just a bit broad in its sweep.
Believe it or not some of us in the "overtaxed" generation really do work and try to make a contribution to society in what ever way we can.
That's one thing I've noticed about politicians...Republicans might make plans for future actions, but leave them open ended in case the situation changes...demonrats make plans for future action that are not fluid and will carry through unto the end despite the consequences or just plain give up.