The Political Gender Gap Exploring Polarization Between Young Men & Women
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| Format: | Students’ Scientific Association paper |
| Kulcsszavak: | gender roles masculinity online media consumption patriarchy Political Polarization |
| Online Access: | http://dolgozattar.uni-bge.hu/60513 |
| Abstract: | In recent years, a global shift in political alignment has emerged among younger generations, marked by growing polarization between young men and young women. While young men increasingly lean toward right-wing ideologies, young women tend to embrace progressive and liberal viewpoints—a divergence that raises important questions about its underlying causes and broader implications. Several factors contribute to this divide, including changing perceptions of gender roles, reactions to social justice movements, and rising mental health concerns. Cultural and economic shifts, along with the influence of educational institutions, further shape political attitudes, while public figures and the pervasive reach of online media add complexity to how young men form and express their political identities. This study investigates whether the influences driving political polarization among youth globally are also present in Hungarian society. To examine this phenomenon, a quantitative approach was employed, involving two separate surveys designed to overcome language barriers—one in Hungarian and one in English. The analysis aims to assess the extent to which online media consumption correlates with political polarization between young men and young women, both within Hungary and in a broader international context.Keywords: political polarization, gender roles, online media consumption, masculinity |
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