Especially in Dixie, the Pendulum Snaps Back!
Young Americans are Returning to Traditionalism
In the 2024 U.S. presidential election, a seismic shift caught many political analysts off guard: young voters, assumed to be a reliably progressive demographic, showed unprecedented support for conservative candidates. This was no fleeting anomaly. Rather, it reflects a cultural transformation among America's youth, in particular young men, one that is steering them toward traditionalism and a rejection of the liberal paradigms that have dominated their cultural landscape for decades. From a resurgence of traditional religious practices to a renewed appreciation for authentic, skill-driven music, the young are embracing values that align with Traditionalism. As politics is downstream from culture, this shift is not only reshaping the present but will influence elections for years to come.
Traditionalism, as described, is a belief in timeless, sacred principles that shape a higher, spiritual order for society. Tradition comes from divine truths and guided ancient civilizations with strong hierarchies and spiritual focus.
A Cultural Awakening: The Rejection of Empty Promises
At the heart of this transformation is a growing disillusionment with the hollow promises of modern liberalism. Young people, raised in an era of rapid technological change, social fragmentation, and existential uncertainty, are seeking meaning and stability in timeless institutions and traditions. Nowhere is this more evident than in the…