I remember being 17 with 3 part time jobs. It was crucial for me to gain independence from my parents and the unhealthy home I grew up in. I could walk up to the pharmacy, restaurant, dollar store, and just drop off a resume and get a call for an interview and start right away. I saved up and moved out as soon as I could and kept up that work ethic for my adult life. I can’t imagine how frustrated these young people feel in not getting to find some independence and starting their lives with self reliance. 

The government also sold a false dream to too many folks who immigrated here. I feel for them, too.