Jan 27, 2019

Gen Z prefers "socialism" to "capitalism"

61% of Americans aged between 18 and 24 have a positive reaction to the word "socialism" — beating out "capitalism" at 58%. Overall, 39% of Americans are well-disposed toward socialism, but the gulf remains wide for men and those aged over 55.

Data: SurveyMonkey online poll of of 2,777 U.S. adults with a margin of error of ±3.5; Chart: Harry Stevens/Axios
Data: SurveyMonkey online poll of of 2,777 U.S. adults with a margin of error of ±3.5; Chart: Harry Stevens/Axios

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