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Transitioning into political discussions, Travis recalls his recent talk at the University of Chicago. He notes the growing anger among young men regarding government decisions during COVID-19. This sentiment, according to him, aligns with a shift towards the right—especially towards figures like Donald Trump, who are perceived as avatars of their grievances.
He argues that young men feel betrayed by the government and the educational institutions during the pandemic and thus gravitate toward leaders who echo their frustrations. “COVID has created a distrust that will shape the political views of an entire generation,” he asserts.