We told young people that degrees were their ticket to a better life. It’s become a great betrayal
- Posted on May 13, 2025
- By The Guardian
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We told young people that degrees were their ticket to a better life. It’s become a great betrayal

With the labour market declining and AI a threat to entry-level jobs, graduates have been sold a lie. It’s no wonder they’re angry, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff