President Trump's election reflects a cultural shift where many men feel their masculinity is under scrutiny. His campaign communicated a restoration of traditional male status contrasted with #MeToo progress. Vice President JD Vance supported this viewpoint, encouraging men not to feel guilty for their traditional behaviors. However, many Trump supporters desire a more positive interpretation of masculinity, rejecting aggressive and dominant traits in favor of emotional openness and caring behaviors, indicating a nuanced view of masculine identity amidst societal perceptions.
Instead, they want Americans to have a different take on masculinity—one that is positive instead of negative, and broad instead of narrow.
Respondents were more likely than not to say American society places too much emphasis on traditionally masculine traits like physical strength and risk taking.
A majority thought there wasn't enough emphasis on being caring or open about emotions.
Vice President JD Vance reiterated the point at a gathering of conservatives last month: 'Don't allow this broken culture to send you a message that you're a bad person because you're a man.'
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