All articles tagged with #youth politics
Zohran Mamdani's election victory has sparked a nationwide movement indicating that more millennial and Gen Z candidates are running for office, driven by a desire for change and effective use of social media, with both Democratic and Republican parties seeing increased youth engagement.
Fifty years after Franco's death, some young Spaniards are romanticizing his regime, influenced by social media and a lack of comprehensive history education, which leads to misconceptions about his dictatorship and its brutal repression. Surveys show a significant portion of youth view Franco positively, while political support shifts towards far-right parties that oppose revisiting Spain's Francoist past. Educators are working to fill knowledge gaps and raise awareness about the regime's true history to combat misinformation and foster critical thinking among young people.
Balendra Shah, a 35-year-old former rapper and structural engineer, has become a popular figure among Nepal's youth and is seen as a potential interim leader amid political protests and calls for change following the resignation of Prime Minister Oli. Known for his anti-corruption efforts and social media presence, Shah symbolizes political disruption and youth-led activism in Nepal.
"Girls State" at Sundance 2024 explores the experiences of teenage girls from diverse backgrounds navigating a week-long immersive experiment in American democracy, highlighting the challenges of gender inequality and the pressure for perfection they face. In contrast to "Boys State," the young women in the documentary feel voiceless and limited in their opportunities, shedding light on the troubling realities of youth politics and societal expectations.