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Gen Z Rejects Protests: Apathy Amidst Cultural Shift

6/18/2025

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Gen Z's apathy towards protests stems from their experiences during the George Floyd riots and pandemic lockdowns. Many now embrace moderate views, shunning extreme liberal ideologies. Distrust in authority and desensitization to violence have led them to see protests as futile, highlighting a significant cultural shift amid societal turmoil and political division.

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Story summary

Gen Z's apathy towards protests stems from their experiences during the George Floyd riots and pandemic lockdowns. Many now embrace moderate views, shunning extreme liberal ideologies. Distrust in authority and desensitization to violence have led them to see protests as futile, highlighting a significant cultural shift amid societal turmoil and political division.