A recent survey shows that many Gen Z members in the UK favor a dictatorship over democracy, raising concerns about their views on leadership.
London: A new survey has stirred up quite a conversation. It turns out that over half of Gen Z in the UK thinks a dictatorship might be a better way to run the country. Crazy, right? This group, aged 13 to 27, feels that a strong leader who doesn’t have to deal with parliament or elections could really make things better.
According to the poll by Craft for Channel 4, about 52% of these young folks are on board with this idea. Even more surprising, a third of them believe the army should take charge. That’s a pretty big shift in thinking!
Alex Mahon, the CEO of Channel 4, expressed her worries about these findings. She mentioned that there’s a noticeable disengagement from democracy among young people, which is concerning. It seems like they’re influenced by online figures who twist the truth.
At a Royal Television Society event, the survey results will be discussed further. The study included 3,000 adults and highlighted that 47% of Gen Z thinks society needs a radical change through revolution. That’s a stark contrast to older generations, where only 33% felt the same.
Interestingly, there’s a divide in opinions on gender equality. Many young men feel that promoting women’s rights has gone too far, with 45% agreeing that it discriminates against them. It’s clear that Gen Z has some strong feelings about these issues.
When it comes to news, younger people are more likely to trust social media over traditional outlets. This has led to a lot of uncertainty about who to believe. Influencers like Andrew Tate and Jordan Peterson have gained a surprising amount of trust among young men, with 42% saying they find them empowering.
One 21-year-old from Maidenhead shared that many guys his age feel lost and lack motivation. He thinks figures like Tate give them a push. Another participant from Cornwall expressed feeling targeted as a straight white man, worried about discrimination against his group.
An 18-year-old from Hertfordshire shared his traditional views on gender roles, believing men should provide for their families. He also thinks women should have the choice to be housewives if they want. It’s clear that these young people are grappling with their identities and societal expectations.
Mahon concluded that while Gen Z is smart and media-savvy, they’re also facing a confusing landscape of information. This uncertainty about what’s true is affecting their views on democracy and society as a whole.
