Gen Z Trending Conservative
Gen Z’s Political Shift
Generation Z, once a strong Democratic base, is increasingly embracing conservative values.
“It’s starting to feel cool to be a conservative now,” said 19-year-old Kieran Laffey, chair of the GW College Republicans.
Polling Trends
A 2025 Yale Youth Poll revealed voters aged 22–29 lean Democratic by six points, while those 18–21 favor Republicans by nearly 12 points.
This shift reflects a more skeptical Gen Z shaped by recent events.
Key Issues
Opposition to transgender athletes in women’s sports, doubts about aid to Ukraine, and frustration with pandemic lockdowns fuel this change.
Impact on U.S. Politics
Many young people reject what they call left-wing orthodoxy, signaling a major realignment in future elections as Gen Z reshapes political loyalties.
