This column is not about social classes as scrutinized and reconsidered by a self-proclaimed revolutionary left, aware that all revolutions that have sprung up in the twentieth century have destroyed democratic tendencies to turn into tyrannies. ..
Rather, it is about the struggle of the ages taking place in Quebec with a force and fury that compels us to question ourselves collectively.
Stripped of their traditional roots by family breakups and consequent parental divorce, young native Quebecers are the unwilling victims of various traumas that have generally left their mark on their lives.
At the end of the last century, in order to free themselves from feelings of guilt, the parents of this era of freedom abounded, with the help of psychologists, convinced themselves that children “adapt to everything”. However, nothing is wrong. Being divorced I am well placed to see the price my otherwise adored son is paying.
French example
It has always struck me that in France, where the divorce rate is lower than in Quebec, teenagers have no hesitation in agreeing to see their grandparents. Moreover, in this country, despite all the political and social unrest, it is a tradition for young people to find refuge in family homes during the summer, where they sometimes live happily with their parents and grandparents for a few weeks.
The last Olivier Gala revealed the anger, if not the contempt, of young comedians who, under the guise of caustic humor or bad taste, “let loose” by attacking old comedians.
That evening we breathed a stale air. Was it resentment, pure meanness, or simply the impatience of a new generation fueled by the moment?
This would explain the posthumous tribute to one of the pioneers of humor, Jean Lapointe, and the fleeting presence of one of the greatest comedians of our history, the talented Dominique Michel, also on video, to whom “we presented a small trophy this afternoon during a ceremony in honor the craftsman in the shadow of showbiz.
old artists
Old artists are abused in Quebec. They’re meant to feel outdated. The cruelty is palpable.
This age war is unhealthy. It bears witness to a generational vengeance. Young people don’t have time anymore because they live in the moment and for the moment to live in a hurry themselves. In order to learn, work and earn a salary at will, they feel obliged to push those they call the “old people”.
Among the latter, too many are throwing in the towel, retiring, or taking refuge in nostalgia, a fast track to old age. In line with the spirit of the times, they will soon have quicker and easier access to medical help when they are dying.
Fortunately, some resist. Like real fighters, they use their energy to maintain their intense joie de vivre.
