Pandemic Hit Gen Z Hardest

A new AP-NORC poll finds that among Americans in Gen Z — the survey included ages 13 to 24 — 46% said the pandemic has made it harder to pursue their education or career goals, compared with 36% of Millennials and 31% in Generation X.

There was a similar gap when it came to dating and romantic relationships, with 40% of Gen Z saying it became harder.