Politics fuelling young British women’s negative views on men

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16 Apr 2026 • 12:53 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • A new poll indicates that only 35 per cent of British women under 25 hold a positive view of men, with just 11 per cent expressing a very positive outlook.
  • The findings show that women under 30 are three times more likely to hold a negative view of men compared to women over 30.
  • Young women attribute their negative perceptions to young men's perceived overemphasis on sexual motivation and a lack of interest in political issues.
  • The poll identifies women aged 18 to 30 as the most progressive demographic in the UK, being significantly less positive about capitalism and the economy than young men.
  • Many young women voiced concerns about men's attitudes towards sexism and political matters, with some saying that they would not date or befriend men with differing political views.

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