An opinion piece titled It Is Over by writer Zorain Nizamani presents a stark assessment of the relationship between the country’s ruling elite and its younger generations. The article argues that those in power have lost their ability to influence, inspire, or persuade Gen Z and Gen Alpha. According to the author, the political old guard no longer understands the realities shaping youth perspectives, and its traditional tools of authority have become ineffective.
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Nizamani notes that the article was removed from a leading newspaper, a move that ironically expanded its reach. The removal led to wider circulation across digital platforms, reinforcing the very argument the piece makes: attempts to control narratives in the digital age often backfire. The author’s central claim is unambiguous. The youth are no longer listening.
Patriotism Cannot Be Manufactured
One of the article’s key themes is the failure of state-led patriotism campaigns. Nizamani argues that repeated lectures, seminars, and official speeches aimed at promoting loyalty have lost their impact. In his view, patriotism is not a product that can be manufactured through slogans or forced messaging.
Instead, he writes that genuine loyalty emerges when citizens experience fairness, opportunity, and dignity. Equal access to education, reliable infrastructure, functioning institutions, and guaranteed rights are, according to Nizamani, the foundations of national attachment. Where these conditions exist, patriotism follows naturally. Where they are absent, official rhetoric rings hollow.
Gen Z and Gen Alpha Are Politically Aware
Contrary to the perception that younger generations are disengaged or uninformed, the article describes Gen Z and Gen Alpha as deeply aware of political realities. Nizamani emphasizes the role of the internet in reshaping how young people understand power, governance, and accountability.
With access to global information, alternative viewpoints, and real-time reporting, traditional efforts to shape public opinion have weakened. While many young people may choose silence due to fear or pressure, the author argues that silence should not be mistaken for acceptance. The youth are thinking independently and questioning official narratives more than ever before.
Authority Without Respect
Nizamani draws a clear distinction between authority and legitimacy. He argues that authority sustained through force does not earn respect. The visible security surrounding political leaders is cited as evidence of a growing distance between rulers and the public.
According to the article, this physical separation reflects a deeper crisis of legitimacy. Leaders who require layers of protection, the author suggests, are no longer seen as representatives of the people. Instead, they appear isolated, reinforcing the perception that power is maintained through coercion rather than consent.
Emigration as Silent Protest
The article describes youth frustration as having reached a critical point. However, instead of mass protests or open confrontation, many young people are choosing to leave the country. Nizamani frames this trend as a “quiet exit” rather than a loud rebellion.
This form of departure, he argues, is shaped by the experiences of those who challenged authority and faced consequences. Emigration has become an act of resignation rather than ambition. For many, leaving is not about chasing opportunity abroad but about escaping a system they believe will not change.
A Deepening Generational Divide
Nizamani highlights a widening gap between policymakers and younger citizens. While the youth prioritize fast and affordable internet, access to technology, and freedom to work online, policymakers focus on tighter controls, increased taxation, and digital restrictions.
This disconnect, the author argues, explains why older political strategies no longer resonate. Policies rooted in outdated assumptions fail to address the needs of a generation shaped by digital economies and global connectivity. As a result, the political old guard appears increasingly irrelevant.
Collapse of Traditional Influence
Another central argument in It Is Over is the decline of traditional tools of influence. Wars, official messaging, and patriotic appeals no longer command unquestioned attention. Among younger audiences, such narratives are often reduced to memes, satire, or parody.
When mainstream media outlets face restrictions, the youth simply migrate to alternative platforms such as YouTube, Discord, and other online communities. Nizamani argues that the age of controlling ideas through censorship has effectively ended, as information now finds new pathways almost instantly.
Economic Pressures and Inherited Crisis
The article also addresses economic realities facing younger generations. Nizamani points to the lack of public libraries, unaffordable housing, and the rising cost of living as symbols of misplaced priorities. He argues that the economy inherited by the youth reflects years of mismanagement and weakened moral standards at the top.
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These pressures, combined with limited opportunity, deepen feelings of alienation and disillusionment. Economic hardship, the author suggests, is not just a financial issue but a political one that shapes how young people view authority and the future.
Coping Without the State
Despite these challenges, Nizamani notes that young people continue to cope. Culture, humor, online communities, and small personal comforts provide relief in an environment where official messaging no longer resonates. Televised addresses and formal speeches struggle to attract attention in a media landscape dominated by independent creators and satire.
A Final Warning
The article concludes with a warning. Nizamani suggests that those in power appear indifferent because they are insulated from hardship, protected by wealth, privilege, and families living abroad. However, he argues that the true turning point comes when leaders realize that no one is listening anymore.
According to It Is Over, the rebellion of Gen Z is not loud or dramatic. It is quiet, digital, and deeply rooted in disengagement. And that, the author implies, may be the most consequential shift of all.
