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Several mainstream media sources have pushed the narrative that Donald Trump’s 2024 victory was a result of “the patriarchy” and a resurgence of male-dominated political influence. Here are a few examples:
• CNN: Argued that Trump’s appeal to “traditional masculinity” resonated with disaffected men who feel left behind by modern social movements.
• The Guardian: Claimed that the election outcome was fueled by “rampant misogyny” and the rise of online male-dominated spaces (the “manosphere”).
• MSNBC: Suggested that men overwhelmingly voting for Trump is a sign that America is backsliding on gender equality.
• The New York Times: Linked Trump’s victory to a reactionary push against feminism, where conservative men sought to “reclaim power.”
• Vox: Blamed “toxic masculinity” and the influence of online male influencers for energizing Trump’s base.

These narratives argue that the 2024 election wasn’t just political but also a cultural battle between modern feminism and traditionalist masculinity. Do you believe this played a significant role in Trump’s victory, or do you think this is just media spin?



This framing ignores key factors like the economy, border security, and crime—issues that impacted all voters, not just men. Blaming “the patriarchy” for Trump’s win seems like a way to dismiss legitimate concerns from his supporters rather than engage with why he was elected. It also conveniently ignores the fact that millions of women voted for Trump too—which doesn’t fit the “patriarchy” narrative.

What do you think? Did Trump win because of male dominance, or is this just media spin?

• Eva ❤️