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The generational divide on pet bereavement is indeed a topic of significant interest. Baby boomers tend to view pets differently from younger generations, often considering them as animals rather than family members. However, younger generations often consider their pets as integral parts of their families and may advocate for pet bereavement leave. It's worth noting that this generational gap may stem from evolving societal norms and attitudes toward pets. As society becomes more accepting of pets as family members, younger generations are more likely to support the idea of pet bereavement leave. Ultimately, the discussion around pet bereavement and its implications in the workplace raises broader questions about the evolving nature of family, compassion, and the recognition of emotional needs. It's an ongoing conversation that reflects changing attitudes towards pets and their significance in people's lives.

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So , let's move on to more with our furry friends . Pets should paid pet bereavement be a thing . Nearly half of Americans think it should be .

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

Unsurprisingly there is a generational divide here . Most baby boomers say no way while younger generations say their pets are their family . So , so does that surprise you and what happened between generations to make us think so differently about this ?

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

Perhaps . Unsurprisingly there is a generational divide here . Most baby boomers say no way while younger generations say their pets are their family .

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

There is a , there is a , a world where people were , grew , you know , grew up in a society where we were kind of taught to suppress it and suppress emotions . But I , I also wanna ask that if , if , if we get time off for pet bereavement , can we also get time off for a breakup or for a divorce ? You know , these are all things that or maybe we get the time off and maybe it's unpaid , but we're not gonna get penalized by it .

NewsNation Now Panel - Should "Disruptive" Passengers Be Banned?

Most baby boomers say no way while younger generations say their pets are their family . So , so does that surprise you and what happened between generations to make us think so differently about this ? Yeah , I , I don't , it doesn't surprise me at all .