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Solid blue no more: A Florida political analyst explains where Gen Z is going


Published on 2024-12-02 16:32:19 - Tim Hastings, N@N
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  • Democrats can no longer assume young Floridians will vote blue, highlighting the need for the party to learn how to sway voters through social media, renowned political analyst Susan MacManus said during the Capital Tiger Bay Club's post-election deep dive.

The article from the Florida Phoenix, published on December 2, 2024, discusses the shifting political landscape in Florida, particularly focusing on Generation Z's voting patterns. Political analyst Dr. Susan MacManus explains that Florida is no longer a "solid blue" state due to the evolving preferences of young voters. Gen Z, now a significant voting bloc, is showing a more diverse political alignment than previous generations. While many young voters lean liberal on issues like climate change, social justice, and gun control, there's also a notable segment that supports conservative views on economic policies, national security, and individual freedoms. This split has led to a more competitive political environment in Florida, with neither Democrats nor Republicans able to take the youth vote for granted. MacManus highlights that this generation's political engagement is high, but their allegiances are fluid, influenced by current events, social media, and personal experiences, making Florida's political future increasingly unpredictable.

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