Politics of Gen Z Chapter 3-4

Sabirah Mahmud

A young climate activist from Philadelphia whose political engagement was influenced by her family's activism and her personal experiences with climate change.

AOC Effect

Refers to the influence of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez on Gen Z women's political action, stemming from her relatability and strong social media presence.

Role Model Effect

The phenomenon where exposure to women in leadership positions inspires greater political interest and engagement among young women.

Descriptive Representation

The representation of gender and race in political spaces that encourages participation and activism among underrepresented groups.

Gen Z Political Engagement

Characterized by record participation rates of young women, showing a historical reverse gender gap in politics.

Familial Influence

The impact of parental discussions and involvement on children's political views and engagement, showing a positive correlation with political activism.

Intersectional Feminism

Emergent feminist ideologies among Gen Z women that include perspectives on LGBTQ rights and racial equality, shifting the focus of traditional feminism.

Xiye Bastida

A fellow climate activist whose journey and engagement were similarly influenced by experiences with climate change, like Sabirah Mahmud.

Philly Earth Alliance

An organization established by Sabirah Mahmud to coordinate local climate action efforts in Philadelphia.

Squad Impact

The collective influence of AOC and her fellow representatives: Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, and Ilhan Omar advocating for progressive policies.