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Tom discussed how young men’s increasing support for Republican policies is deeply tied to economic anxieties. The sense of responsibility tied to raising a family and the financial burden that comes with it weighs heavily on their choices. Many young men express concern that parental responsibilities could disrupt their career prospects or educational pursuits. This acknowledgment of economic challenges suggests that the undercurrents of abortion debates among young women are tied to similar economic concerns.

## Evolving Notions of Masculinity