Part is reaction to an economy that's not providing the jobs and income they want. But part may by a cyclical swing against the left

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One of the most intriguing recent political trends in North America is growing support for conservative parties among young people. Once a reliable source of support for left-leaning politicians like Barack Obama and Justin Trudeau, a rising share of the youth vote is trending towards candidates like Donald Trump and Conservative party leader Pierre Poilievre. Young people voting for conservative politicians might be dismissed as just a backlash against failed economic policies but there are indications of a more fundamental shift in which youth embrace at least some conservative values.

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Canadian youth now support the Conservatives more than any other party, something not seen in decades. According to an Abacus poll, 36 per cent of Canadians between 18 and 29 years of age would vote Conservative, versus 27 per cent for the NDP........

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