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Teen Girls Silent Amid Rising Political Tensions

9/20/2025

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Teenage girls with progressive views feel less comfortable expressing their opinions in the current political climate.
In the last election, 58% of women aged 18-30 supported Kamala Harris.
Since Trump's presidency, casual racism and sexism have reportedly increased.
Social pressure causes young women to remain passive in the face of offensive remarks.
Pew Research Center indicates 45% of girls aged 13-17 feel social fitting pressure.

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Story summary

Teenage girls with progressive views feel less comfortable expressing their opinions in the current political climate.
In the last election, 58% of women aged 18-30 supported Kamala Harris.
Since Trump's presidency, casual racism and sexism have reportedly increased.
Social pressure causes young women to remain passive in the face of offensive remarks.
Pew Research Center indicates 45% of girls aged 13-17 feel social fitting pressure.