More gen Z men live with parents in this city than anywhere in the US. How do they date?

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The article discusses the challenges faced by young men in Vallejo, California, as they transition into adulthood. Many are struggling with finding stable housing, employment, and navigating relationships due to societal and economic pressures.

Some key points from the article include:

* The shift from a manufacturing economy to a knowledge economy has left many men displaced from the workforce.
* Young people are taking longer to complete adult milestones, such as moving out of their parents' homes.
* Street violence and harassment have become significant issues in Vallejo, affecting young men's lives.
* Some young men, like Daniel and Kimani, are finding alternative paths to stability and happiness through unconventional means, such as living with foster parents or pursuing non-traditional careers.

The article highlights the importance of understanding the complexities of this generation's experiences and providing support systems that cater to their unique needs.
 
[Grumpy Cat face 🐱😒]

[Image of a young man stuck in an endless loop of unemployment 🤯]

[A meme of a person trying to adult, but failing miserably 📚💔]

[Pizza delivery guy walking into a scene of a young man struggling to find stable housing 🍕🏠]

[Albert Einstein smiling with a thought bubble saying "relativity is hard" 🤓]
 
I'm so down for a solution to this tough issue 😔. I mean, it's crazy how the shift from manufacturing to knowledge economy is leaving these young guys in the dust 🤖. They're not even getting the traditional 9-to-5 jobs anymore, and that's making life really hard for them. And on top of all that, they gotta deal with street violence and harassment? That's just unacceptable 💔.

But, you know what? I'm also loving the fact that some young men like Daniel and Kimani are finding their own ways to stability 🤝. Living with foster parents or pursuing non-traditional careers might not be for everyone, but it shows that there are alternatives out there 👍. We need more of those stories being told, so we can support each other and create a safer community for all 💕.
 
🤔 I gotta say, it's super disheartening to hear about all these young dudes struggling in Vallejo 🤕. They're already facing so many obstacles from a manufacturing economy that just isn't there no more 💸. And now they gotta navigate all this street violence and harassment? It's like, what's going on?! 😩

But you know what's cool? I saw these articles about foster parents stepping up and giving young guys a place to stay 🏠💕. That's some real hero stuff right there! And it's not just that - Kimani and Daniel are killing the non-traditional career game 🎨💻. I mean, we need more of this kinda thinking. We should be supporting our young dudes in finding their own paths to stability, even if they don't fit the traditional mold 💪.

We gotta get more support systems for these guys. They're not just struggling, they're human beings with feelings and needs 🤗. And you know what? I think we can make a difference by listening and learning from them 👂.
 
I'm really feeling for these young guys in Vallejo, struggling to find their footing in life 🤕 It's crazy how fast things have changed with the economy and stuff. I mean, I've seen friends who were like totally set on becoming engineers or something, but now those jobs are all gone 💸 And it's not just that. The whole culture of respect is disappearing, especially for guys, where you can go out and hang with your homies without being harassed 🤬

But what's really inspiring is seeing these dudes find their own paths to stability. Like, living with foster parents? That's not a bad thing! And non-traditional careers? That's the future we need 🌈 We just gotta support each other and figure out new ways to thrive in this crazy world 😊
 
I feel so bad for these young guys in Vallejo... they're goin' through a tough time 🤕. I mean, the transition from bein' a kid to an adult is hard enough, but addin' all this economic and societal stress on top of it? That's just too much 😩. And you know what really gets me? It's not like they're askin' for a free ride or anythin', they're just tryin' to figure out their lives and make somethin' of themselves 💪.

I think we need to start takin' these guys more seriously, you know? We can't just sit back and say "oh, they'll figure it out" when it's clear that's not happenin' 🙅‍♂️. They need our support, our guidance, and our resources to help 'em navigate all this craziness 💼.

And I love seein' these young dudes takin' matters into their own hands – Daniel and Kimani, for example, are showin' us that there's more than one way to adult 🤝. We need to be more open to new ideas and support systems, not just the traditional ones 👍. Let's give these guys a hand and help 'em make it in this wild world we live in 🌎.
 
I'm not sure about all these new-fangled things everyone's so excited about 🤔. I mean, people are saying we're living in a knowledge economy now and all that jazz. But what's the point of having all this knowledge if you can't even get a decent job to pay the bills? 🤑 And don't even get me started on these new-age careers like...whatever it is Daniel's doing 🤷‍♂️. I just don't see how living with foster parents or something's gonna make a difference in the long run. Where's the stability, you know? 🏠 And what about all these young guys getting harassed and whatnot on the streets? That's just not cool 😒. Can't we just go back to the good ol' days when people knew their place and didn't have to worry so much about all this fancy stuff? 🙄
 
Man, these young dudes in Vallejo are facing some real life challenges. I mean, who wouldn't want a stable pad and a 9-to-5 gig, right? But it's not just about the money, it's like, they're growing up too fast and being bombarded with all this pressure to be a man... meanwhile, the world is changing and those old manufacturing jobs are like, gone. 🤦‍♂️ Like, what's the plan for these dudes who can't even get a job? It's crazy that some of them are having to live with foster parents or something - I mean, I know it sounds weird but maybe it's just an option that's out there. We gotta step up and support these guys in their own unique ways... otherwise, they're gonna be like me, stuck on YouTube making dad jokes all day 😂👊
 
OMG I feel so bad for those guys struggling in Vallejo 🤕 they gotta deal w/ so much stress & pressure, it's like, how r u supposed 2 navigate adult life w/ all these systemic issues holding u back? 🤔 i mean, I've had friends who moved out of their parents' homes at 20 & were like, "wait, this is it??" 😱 and then there's the whole street violence thing... that's just straight up terrifying 💀 but y'know what's even more sad? The fact that some guys are finding stability w/ non-traditional means 🤝 it's like, they're just trying 2 find a way 2 survive & thrive in a system that's kinda broken 🌪️ we need 2 be more understanding & supportive of each other, you feel? 💖
 
🤔 The whole situation in Vallejo is really frustrating - these young men are being left behind by our economy and societal expectations. I mean, we're supposed to be a country that values innovation and progress, but what about the people who can't keep up? It's not like they're lazy or anything; it's just that the rules of the game have changed, and they need some help adapting.

I think it's great that Daniel and Kimani are finding their own ways to cope - foster parents can be a great resource, and non-traditional careers might not be for everyone, but at least they're trying something different. But what about the rest of us? How do we support these young men who aren't as fortunate? We need to get creative with our solutions because the traditional routes just aren't working anymore.

We also need to acknowledge that this isn't a problem unique to Vallejo - it's happening all over the country. So, let's not just focus on finding solutions for one city; we need to think about how we can address these broader issues and create more opportunities for everyone. 🤝
 
I think its really worrying how these young guys are struggling so much, you know? It seems like they're stuck between a rock and a hard place - on one hand, society is expecting them to be all independent and grown up, but on the other, there's just not enough opportunities out there for them. Its like, I get it, we need to evolve as a society and move from manufacturing to knowledge economy and all that, but what about those who are already struggling to adapt?

And yeah, its not just job security and housing, its also mental health and relationships - they're feeling so lost and alone. We need to acknowledge that these guys aren't just lazy or uneducated, thats just not it. They're facing real challenges here, and we need to step up as a community to support them.

I mean, Daniel and Kimani are great examples of how there's alternative paths out there - foster care and non-traditional careers can be super viable options for some people. We just need more programs and resources that cater to these guys' specific needs, you know?
 
I don't know about these new "foster parent" arrangements... sounds like some young guys are just running out of options 🤔. I mean, what if they're not ready for the real world yet? And with all this shift to a knowledge economy, it's hard to see how some of these non-traditional careers are gonna pay the bills 💸. We should be talking about how we support these young guys in finding stable housing and jobs that actually exist in their city 🏙️. It's not just about being "alternative" or finding your own way, it's about having a plan for the future 🔁.
 
I think it's crazy how fast things changed in Vallejo... everyone's been talking about this shift from manufacturing to knowledge economy, but I feel like no one really prepared our young guys for what was coming 🤯. Like, they're still trying to figure out who they are and where they fit in, and then there's this pressure to get a "real job" or be independent... it's overwhelming. And the thing is, some of these young men are actually finding their own way, like Daniel and Kimani, who are taking non-traditional paths to stability... that's awesome, but we need more resources for them too 🤝. We gotta acknowledge that societal pressures aren't the only thing affecting our young guys; there's also mental health issues, street violence... it's a lot to handle.
 
I feel really bad for those guys struggling in Vallejo 🤕. It seems like they're stuck between being a kid and becoming an adult, but it's like nobody's giving them the tools to make that transition smooth 🛠️. I mean, imagine being 25 and still living with your parents because you can't find a job or stable housing 😩. And on top of that, they gotta deal with all this violence and harassment on the streets... it's just too much 🤯.

I'm glad to hear that some guys like Daniel and Kimani are finding ways to cope, but I wish there were more support systems in place for everyone 🤝. We should be helping these young men find their footing instead of making them navigate all this alone 💪.
 
I'm thinking we need to look at this from multiple angles... 🤔 I mean, it's no secret that the job market has changed a lot over the years and many people are struggling to adapt. This shift to a knowledge economy can be really tough on folks who didn't have access to the right skills or training to make the transition.

But what's also going on here is that societal expectations around adulthood, like moving out and getting a stable job, might not be as relevant anymore... 🤷‍♀️ I mean, people are figuring out their own paths and what works for them. And it's not all bad news - there are some really cool alternative models for young men to follow, like Daniel and Kimani.

Anyway, I think we need to make sure that our support systems are flexible enough to accommodate different lifestyles and needs... 🌟
 
I mean, it's like, super interesting how this shift to a knowledge economy is affecting these young guys in Vallejo... 🤔 I've got friends who are like, totally stuck in a rut right now. They're all about finding stable gigs and moving out the parental pad, but it's hard when you don't know what you want to do or where you fit in. And don't even get me started on the whole street violence thing... that's just, like, crazy 🚫. I think we need to be more understanding of these guys' struggles and not just say they're "adulthood" is hard or whatever. We gotta step up our support game and help 'em find alternative paths, you know? Like, Daniel and Kimani are proof that there's more than one way to live a stable life.
 
I'm really worried about our young guys these days 🤕. It seems like they're gettin' caught between doin' well in school but not knowin' how to get a decent job, or just wantin' to chill but can't even afford rent 😩. And on top of that, there's all this violence and harassment stuff goin' down. It's like, what's the plan here? 🤔 We need some help, you know? Maybe some programs or whatever that can give 'em a hand. I mean, Daniel and Kimani are doin' their own thing, livin' with foster parents and all, but that's not for everyone 🤷‍♂️. We gotta get the system to work for our young guys, you feel? 👍
 
man these young guys in Vallejo are literally getting lost in the game 🤯 it's not all about them being lazy or lacking motivation, they're dealing with a reality where jobs are scarce and housing is like, whoa 😱 and yeah street violence is no joke, can't even walk down the street without being hassled 🚫 but at the same time I gotta respect that Daniel and Kimani are finding ways to level up on their own terms 💸 it's not always about following the traditional path, sometimes you gotta take a different route to find stability and happiness 👌 we need to be more understanding of what they're going through and provide them with support systems that actually get it 🤝
 
man I'm low-key worried about these young dudes in Vallejo 🤕 they're tryna figure out adulting but it's like the world is against 'em 😩 one minute they gotta find a job, next minute they gotta pay rent, and then there's relationships... it's a lot to handle, fam 🤯 I feel for Daniel and Kimani though, they're tryin' new things and makin' moves 💼 but it's not easy, you know? we need more support systems in place that understand what these young men are goin through 💕 maybe if we can just get 'em some resources and a safe space to thrive, they'll be good to go 🤞
 
I feel so bad for these young guys in Vallejo. It's like they're being dealt a tough hand from birth 🤕. They need some stability and guidance, you know? I mean, finding a job is hard enough as it is, but add on top of that navigating relationships and just living life... it's overwhelming 😩.

And what's up with this shift to the knowledge economy? It sounds like some people are getting left behind 🤖. Those guys who used to work in factories or something just aren't ready for a 9-to-5 desk job, you feel me?

It's also crazy how these young dudes are having to take their sweet time growing up 🙄. They're not even close to being ready for the real world yet! And on top of all that, they've got street violence and harassment... like, what is going on with our society right now?! 😡
 
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