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The Radicalisation of Young Women
We often hear about the radicalisation of young men—especially in the wake of hit show Adolescence—but far less attention is paid to the growing radicalisation of young women.
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In this video essay, Quillette founder Claire Lehmann explores the global rise in political radicalisation among young women. Drawing on recent data, psychological research, and cultural trends, she examines how ideological movements, institutions, and technology are shaping a new form of gender polarisation. Far from the simplistic narratives of empowerment or oppression, this video presents a more complex—and urgent—story about identity, agency, and modern activism.
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