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Best of: Are Young Men Really Becoming More Sexist?
Dec 24, 2024
Join Dr. Alice Evans, a Senior lecturer at King's College London and author of "The Great Gender Divergence," as she unpacks the unsettling trend of young men leaning towards more radical views. The discussion dives into how socio-economic factors and social media shape their attitudes towards gender equality. Evans also explores the paradox of young men supporting women's rights in private yet harboring resentment in public spheres. Insightful comparisons with cultural dynamics in Qatar and South Korea reveal broader implications for gender politics globally.
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- Young men's voting behaviors have shifted towards more hostile attitudes, often fueled by economic pressures and competition against women's advancements.
- The rise of unmet expectations in dating dynamics is linked to women's economic independence, leading to increased selectivity among potential partners.
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The Shift in Gender Voting Patterns
Women have increasingly shifted towards more liberal voting behaviors over the past few decades, with significant studies tracking this change across various countries. A pivotal study by political scientists Ronald Inglehart and Pippa Norris points out that women began moving left of men in their electoral choices from the early 1980s to the mid-1990s, which has implications for future political cleavages. In recent elections, a noticeable gap has emerged, especially following events like the 2016 U.S. presidential election where women predominantly supported Democratic candidates. Understanding these voting trends is crucial to grasp the evolving landscape of gender politics and its potential ramifications on party dynamics.
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