Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · America's Demoralized Men
NEARLY HALF OF YOUNG MEN FEEL LIKE FAILURES...
Institute for Family Studies / YouGov surveyed 2,000 U.S. men ages 18–29. 46% of men 18–23 say “I am inclined to think that I am a failure” describes them at least somewhat — 38% of men 24–29. Only 32% of 18–29 reject the label. This is not a manosphere fever dream. Unmarried men: 68% still desire marriage. Childless men: 62% want to be fathers. 89% say manhood requires willingness to sacrifice for others. They want work, wives, kids, responsibility — the path got cut. Family Brief will feature this series regularly. IFS Part I → · Part II →
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