Shift in Political Ideology Among Young People

Over the past decade, there has been a significant shift in political ideology among young people, specifically those under 30. This shift has resulted in a widening gap between the liberal views of young women and the conservative views of young men. The gap is most pronounced in countries like Canada, where young women are around 35 points more liberal than conservative, while young men are only around 15 points more liberal than conservative. Similar gaps can be observed in the US and other parts of the world, with some countries experiencing gaps as high as 50 to 60 points. The exact reasons for this shift are not fully understood, but factors such as the Me Too movement, increased access to higher education for women, and the influence of social media are believed to play a role in shaping the political beliefs of young people.