In his book "The Secret Knowledge: On the Dismantling of American Culture," David Mamet addresses the mindset of the baby boomer generation, expressing a sense of complacency among those who lean left politically. He suggests that this generation is willing to benefit from the systems and entitlements established by their parents, content to enjoy these benefits while passing the financial burdens onto their children.

Mamet critiques the approach of taxing industries and wealth, arguing that such actions undermine the foundational role of wealth in fostering innovation. He implies that this complacency and mismanagement of resources could hinder economic progress and place future generations at a disadvantage.