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The discourse around these modern holiday gatherings taps into deeper societal issues. The commentator notes that the culture of holiday division isn’t solely about Millennials but is a symptom of broader societal decay, influenced by decades of political polarization, family breakdowns, and societal fragmentation. For instance, some point to the rising divorce rates and family conflicts—like a humorous and bitter anecdote about Boomer parents ridiculing their son’s financial difficulties—as proof that family dysfunction crosses generations.