The David McWilliams Podcast 2024:10 The Gen Z Gender Schism
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Feb 1, 2024 This podcast explores the political gender divide in Gen Z, with young men swinging conservative and young women moving liberal. It discusses the consequences and implications of this split on issues such as gender equality and immigration, examining survey results from the US and Korea. The podcast also explores variations in gender norms and cultural issues across different age groups and genders, highlighting the shifting attitudes towards gender among young men and women. It raises questions about the role of gender divergence in politics and elections, and its impact on party politics and public perception of politicians.
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Generational Divide in Politics
- There's a deep generational divide in politics, evident globally.
- Gen Z, particularly, exhibits this divide, influenced by events like the 2008 economic collapse and the rise of smartphones.
Gen Z Gender Schism
- Young men are increasingly leaning towards conservative ideologies and parties.
- Young women are shifting towards liberal and progressive ideologies and parties.
Sexism and Conservative Shift
- Sexist beliefs are rising among young men, correlating with their shift towards conservative politics.
- This is particularly evident in countries with high gender inequality like Korea and the US.