Many Feel Living the American Dream Is Unattainable

Published: Sept. 3, 2024, 7:01 a.m.

A recent Wall Street Journal/NORC poll indicated a significant gap between people\u2019s wishes and expectations regarding owning a home, having a family, and looking forward to a comfortable retirement. Economics reporter Rachel Wolfe joins host J.R. Whalen to discuss why the pessimism is more pronounced today compared to previous generations.\n\n\n\nSign up for the WSJ's free Markets A.M. newsletter.\xa0\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices