Bulwark Takes Holy Cow, Young Conservatives Are NOT Okay
Dec 23, 2025
Jonathan V. Last, an author and columnist known for his sharp political insights, joins to discuss a revealing focus group of Gen Z Republicans. They uncover alarming praise for authoritarian figures and disturbing antisemitic sentiments among young conservatives. The conversation highlights how extremist figures like Nick Fuentes are gaining traction within this demographic, while casual acceptance of regressive views on gender and dating raises concerns. Jonathan analyzes the implications for political dynamics and the precarious position of establishment candidates.
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Young Conservatives Praise Strongman Leadership
- A Manhattan Institute focus group revealed Gen Z Republicans expressing admiration for strongman leadership and Hitler-adjacent views.
- Jonathan V. Last and Tim Miller found those responses alarming and illustrative of a broader trend among young conservatives.
Antisemitism Appears Openly In The Group
- Focus group participants openly expressed antisemitic views and questioned U.S. support for Israel.
- Tim Miller highlighted the dissonance given the Manhattan Institute's public association with pro-Israel figures.
Nick Fuentes Resonates With Gen Z Conservatives
- Young conservatives in the group positively referenced extremist influencer Nick Fuentes and his shock-value appeal.
- Tim Miller argued this disproves claims that Fuentes' following is merely bot-driven or insignificant.