I'm 23, graduting from college, purchasing my first home and saving 70% of what I make. I'm in it for the long haul, and those who work hard will be as well. If this doesn't work out, I have plenty to fall back on, and it won't be at a McJob.
I do know what you mean though. There are too many fuckers out there not willing to do anything other than make a couple bucks a week, buy cars they can't afford, and spend their cash playing poker or whatever. It's sad that people don't plan, but they have to learn somehow. This may be the perfect lesson for them that'll make them think a little more in the future.