Politics

Male unemployment hits seven-year high as election approaches

Men's unemployment has risen to its highest rate relative to women in seven years, yet male voters are backing parties whose policies could worsen their economic prospects.

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Male unemployment has reached its highest rate compared to women in seven years. Despite this economic pressure, men continue to vote for candidates and parties whose policies may not serve their economic interests. The apparent disconnect between men's economic challenges and their voting behaviour is raising questions about political priorities and decision-making during the election cycle.

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Men are tripping over their alphahood in the year of the Bro Election

Men are unemployed at a higher rate than women for the first time in seven years, yet guys keep voting against their own interests.

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