Generation Free Lunch? Young People & Value of Work

Last week, an eleven-year-old hero meticulously pushed his way into the national spotlight, intending to inspire America and “show the nation what young people like me are ready for.” I'm referring, of course, to Frank Giaccio, the budding entrepreneur from Virginia who asked President Trump if he could mow the White House lawn. “I have been mowing my neighbors' lawns for some time,” he wrote, offering weed-whacking services in addition to a waiver of his usual $8 fee.