The Good Fight Richard Reeves on the Gender Gap
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Dec 7, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Richard Reeves, founder of the American Institute for Boys and Men and author of 'Of Boys and Men,' tackles the evolving struggles of young men in today’s society. He explores the political dynamics leading up to the 2024 election, analyzing why young men might feel alienated. Reeves addresses the intersection of gender and economic issues, advocating for inclusivity in political messaging. He also delves into the importance of redefining masculinity and fostering community engagement to offer new sources of meaning for men.
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Gender Gap in the 2024 Election
- The 2024 election saw an unexpected trend: young men voted for Trump more than young women, but young women also shifted right.
- This was surprising, as the expectation was for young women to move left due to issues like abortion.
Explaining the Gender Gap
- Three explanations exist for the gender gap in the election: backlash against declining male status, conflicting identities among Latino men, and Democrats becoming the party of the educated.
- The third explanation might be the most impactful, as the current college population in the United States is 60% female.
Generational Shift and Perceived Unfairness
- Young men, raised with left-identitarian views, may feel targeted by those same ideologies.
- They may feel it is unfair when those lecturing them about their privilege are often doing better than they are.
