The Class of 2013 is facing staggering student debt, a tough job market, and the reality of Washington gridlock – and yet we remain optimistic about the future? Why? I presented a portrait of the Millennial generation on MSNBC’s Melissa-Harry Perry Show on graduation weekend:

“The Class of 2013” – Valarie Kaur on MSNBC’s “Melissa Harris-Parry Show” May 19, 2013 from Sharat Raju on Vimeo.