Pakistan's Youth Seek Political Voice Despite Older Generations' Dismissal
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Older generations in Pakistan dismiss and disdain the country's youth, denying them political participation and framing them as a problem.
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Pakistan has long had a massive youth population, yet national leaders failed to plan for their emergence and were shocked when youth shaped election outcomes.
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The state sees the growing political power of youth as dangerous and is trying unsuccessfully to contain their influence.
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Pakistan already belongs to its youth due to demographic shifts; avoiding confrontation requires keeping youth economically engaged.
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Taking a pro-youth stance in policymaking can help restore stability amid their growing frustration.