Meet ‘Little Gen Z’
The article discusses the evolving political landscape of Generation Z, particularly focusing on the younger subset known as 'Little Zs.' Recent polling indicates a significant disapproval of President Trump among young voters, with notable differences in political alignment between older and younger members of Gen Z. The article highlights how the experiences of growing up during the pandemic have shaped the beliefs and attitudes of these younger individuals, making them more anti-establishment and less trusting.
- ▪A recent Yale Youth Poll shows that a majority of young adults disapprove of Trump.
- ▪Support for Democrats among 23-to-29-year-old men increased by 14 percentage points, while support among 18-to-22-year-old men fell slightly.
- ▪The younger segment of Gen Z, referred to as 'Little Zs,' is characterized as more divided and less trusting than their older counterparts.
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FamilyMeet ‘Little Gen Z’They’re angstier, less trusting, and even more anti-establishment.By Faith HillIllustration by Antonio Giovanni PinnaMay 18, 2026, 10:40 AM ET ShareSave A little less than two years ago, Gen Z underwent a rebrand. Donald Trump had just been reelected. Exit polls suggested that young voters—especially young men—had helped deliver the Republican victory. Rather suddenly, a generation associated with climate activism and trigger warnings became known for manosphere podcasts, fiscal conservatism, and gender relations so icy that they’ve contributed to the national panic about fertility rates.But a lot has changed since 2024. Trump has begun a (thus far ineffectual) war with Iran, something he said wouldn’t happen.
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