Gen Z's Frustration: A Crisis We Can’t Ignore

Gen Zs Frustration A Crisis We Can’t Ignore

Gen Z's Frustration: A Crisis We Can’t Ignore

So, let’s be real—Gen Z is not okay. And can we really blame them? A recent study by Channel 4 found that more than half of Gen Z—those aged 13 to 27—believe the UK would be better off with a “strong leader” who doesn’t have to bother with parliament or elections. That’s a pretty alarming stat. And if that wasn't enough, a third of them even think the army should run the country. Now, it’s easy to mock this—saying they probably just scrolled through a short video about history and moved on. But instead of ridiculing them, maybe we should ask: why do they feel this way?

This isn’t just about a lack of political knowledge. It’s about growing up in a system that feels broken. Take last summer’s riots, where at least 147 children were arrested, some as young as 12. They weren’t driven by extremist beliefs, but by a deep distrust of the police and a sense that their future is hopeless. The Children’s Commissioner’s report describes them as impulsive, looking for something—anything—to make them feel alive. And honestly, can we blame them? Their childhoods have been marked by economic instability, digital addiction, and a world where opportunity feels like a privilege, not a right.

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We tell young people to work hard, yet they see leaders getting ahead through connections, not merit. We criminalize children for impulsive actions, yet do little to address the underlying reasons for their discontent. And then we’re surprised when nearly half of them believe society needs a radical revolution .

This isn’t just teenage angst. It’s a rational response to a system that’s failed them. They don’t see hope in democracy, and that’s terrifying. If we don’t take their concerns seriously, we might not like the way they choose to reshape the world. And make no mistake—they will reshape it. The question is, will we listen before it's too late?

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