Generation Selfish

Minimum length Four full pages Perspective First (no you) Audience Older generations Content A recent Reason-Rupe poll indicates that a majority of Americans—71%–believe that the young millennial generation is selfish (qtd. in Gillespie 2). In a thesis-driven essay, argue whether you believe this is true. Consider what it means to be selfish and selfless and why these qualities are important or unimportant. Use examples and data to make a case against the above criticism or agreeing with the poll. Also, what makes someone selfish? Is such self-centeredness necessary to survive, or is it destructive to persons and society? Likewise, what makes someone selfless? Upbringing? Religion? Pressure? Experience? Extrinsic reward? If others know about the generosity or sacrifice, does that make it less selfless? Think about the “random act of kindness” movement and the kinds of people we notice and praise. Additionally, consider the areas that such qualities affect: relationships, education, workplace, social justice, and others. As part of your thinking, you may want to do your own “selfless” act and use that to discuss the value of this quality. Outline Required (see description on page 4) Research Use at least three different credible sources. These sources should not speak for you. They should provide support for your ideas or opinions against which you react. You must follow MLA guidelines when inserting this information into your paper. Deadline TH 3.31 Grading I will grade this paper 0-100 using the paper feedback form.