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Gen Z Gender Divide Widens on Politics, Policy, and Social Values

New poll reveals stark contrasts between young men and women on Trump, Musk, party affiliation, and key issues like democracy and abortion rights.

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Gen Z is Abandoning Donald Trump

Overview

  • The NBC News Stay Tuned Poll highlights the largest gender gap in political views among Generation Z, surpassing that of any other generation in U.S. history.
  • 45% of Gen Z men approve of Donald Trump’s job performance compared to just 24% of Gen Z women, marking a 21-point difference.
  • A majority of Gen Z women (52%) identify as Democrats, while 38% of Gen Z men align with the Republican Party, showcasing a sharp partisan divide.
  • Policy priorities differ significantly: 31% of Gen Z men prioritize the economy, while 22% of women cite threats to democracy and 16% emphasize abortion rights.
  • Gen Z women (85%) are more supportive of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs than Gen Z men (63%), reflecting broader cultural and social value divides.