The Brian Lehrer Show

How the Left Can Connect with Young Men

Mar 28, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Andrew Marantz, a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of 'Antisocial,' delves into why young men have swayed toward Trump and the left's missed opportunities. He examines the role of male influencers in the 'manosphere' and underscores the sense of alienation felt by these voters. Marantz emphasizes the importance of genuine policy changes over mere social media soundbites, while calling out the Democratic Party's failures in connecting with disillusioned young men seeking empowerment in the political landscape.
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