Young men are leaning right, but not necessarily to Dutton
Donald Trump swept to power after winning over a new generation of young men. Peter Dutton has his work cut out for him if he hopes to follow the US president’s lead.
Aftab Bismi, 30, wants to focus on his economic interests over more controversial topics. Louie Douvis
You might think Aftab Bismi, 30, would be a shoo-in to vote for the Coalition on Saturday. The data consultant thinks progressive politics has created a society where young men like him feel they have to walk on eggshells. He grew up Muslim, works hard, trains hard, and is focused on making as much money as he can.
“I don’t think men have changed, but I think the world has become more progressive,” he says. “I wouldn’t say I’m voting for financial reasons, but I’m more interested in financial policies because it has more of an impact on my day-to-day life.”
Sam Buckingham-JonesMedia and marketing reporterSam Buckingham-Jones is the media and marketing reporter at The Australian Financial Review. Connect with Sam on Twitter.
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