American Kids Are Wimps

Blame their parents

Back for another episode of Tuesday Stick To (No) Sports, in which we delve into subjects that actually matter. Eventually we’ll drift into the NFL trade deadline, baseball’s nonexistent TV ratings and why soccer Does Not Translate. For now, let’s talk about why in 2023, American kids are wimps.

Back when kids were allowed to be kids. Stars of the movie Stand By Me

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My parents would be arrested now for the stuff they let me do in the 1970s.

If you’re of a certain age, you know what I mean. If mom and pop went to work while you were still sleeping, left you a quarter on the bureau in the living room and warned you not to break anything, you’ll relate to everything we’re about to discuss. If that doesn’t apply to you, heads up. Your tribal elders here in Mobsterville will fill you in.