Independence, Government Dependence, and the Cultural Shift Among Young Women Independence, Government Dependence, and the Cultural Shift Among Young Women By Killian Yates | Published November 7, 2025 Introduction There is a cultural and political paradox unfolding: younger women are increasingly embracing policies that emphasize government intervention and collective social safety nets — while simultaneously living in a society that celebrates individual empowerment and independence. As a father and as someone who values self-reliance, I find this tension worth exploring. This post takes a hard look at the values at stake: independence vs. dependence, protection vs. vulnerability, self-responsibility vs. state-responsibility. The Rise of Government-First Thinking Data suggests a significant number of younger adults — including women — express favorable views toward socialism and more extensive government roles. For example, Cato Institute found that 62%...
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