New Poll Reveals a Shocking Majority of College Students Prefer Socialism Over Capitalism
A recent poll shows that college students are increasingly turning away from capitalism and embracing socialism.
According to a new Axios-Generation Lab poll conducted in late October, a staggering 67% of college students have a positive or neutral view of socialism, compared to just 40% for capitalism.
This alarming trend raises serious questions about the influence of leftist ideologies in higher education.
The survey, which included 1,574 students from two and four-year colleges across the nation, highlights deep dissatisfaction with the free-market system that has long been the backbone of America.
Only 17% of respondents hold a somewhat or very positive view of capitalism, while 34% feel the same about socialism.
Negative perceptions tell an even starker story, as a 53% majority view capitalism unfavorably, versus just 23% for socialism.
Independents report 31% favoring socialism and 17% capitalism.
The pollsters attribute this disillusionment to real-world economic pressures, including soaring costs for rent and healthcare, as well as “he rising influence of billionaires in politics, tech and media.”
“Affordability emerged as another transcendent issue: 74% of those surveyed say they’re extremely or very concerned about the cost of basic things such as groceries, gas, rent, and utilities,” Axios reports.
Additionally, 80% expressed worry over a potential federal government shutdown, signaling that these young voters are more engaged with national policy than stereotypes might suggest.
Looking ahead, 77% of these young socialism fans plan to vote in the 2026 midterms.
The pollsters also report, “Asked who they’d like to see as their party’s next nominee for president if the election were held today, Democrats surveyed say their top pick is Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) at 19%, followed by a tie between ‘not sure’ and former Vice President Harris, at 17%.”
“Republicans say their top pick is Vice President Vance at 36%, followed by ‘not sure’ at 26%.”
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