A new survey shows over 60% of American Gen Z support Hamas
over Israel, sparking concern and debate over shifting political attitudes.
According to a startling new survey, 60% of US Generation Z prefers the internationally recognized terrorist organization Hamas to Israel in the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
According to a Harvard-Harris study issued this week, the only age group that expresses affection for the ruthless terror group is those between the ages of 18 and 24. The results clearly demonstrate a generational shift.
"In the Israel-Hamas conflict, do you support more Israel or more Hamas?"
was one of the many questions the online survey posed.
There was a discernible pattern: as people aged, support for Israel increased while support for Hamas decreased.
According to the survey,
- 65% of
25- to 34-year-olds said they supported Israel more than Hamas.
- 70% of
35- to 44-year-olds chose the Jewish state over the terror group.
- 74% of
45- to 55-year-olds favored Israel.
- 84% of
55- to 64-year-olds picked Israel and rejected Hamas.
- 89% of
people aged 65 years voiced their support for Israel.
In all age groups, 74% of respondents supported Israel, compared to 26% who supported Hamas.
With 67% of Democrats choosing the Jewish state over the Palestinian terror group and 82% of Republicans choosing the same, the results also showed a clear party divide.
According to the survey, 58% of Americans believe that Israel should only accept a hostage agreement if Hamas permanently withdraws from Gaza.
In exchange for a 60-day truce that was first suggested by the US in May with Israel's support, the terror group recently agreed to a "partial" cease-fire agreement that would free more than half of the 50 hostages still held in Gaza, including 10 living hostages.
What factors caused the sharp generational split in support trends?
Gen Z is the most racially and ethnically diverse generation
in the U.S., with many being first- or second-generation Americans. This
diversity influences broader worldviews and empathy toward marginalized groups,
including Palestinians.
Younger generations grow up with greater access to global news, social media, and varied perspectives, leading to increased awareness of human rights, social justice, and international conflicts.
Gen Z tends to be more socially and politically progressive, placing emphasis on social justice, equity, and government accountability, which contrasts with the older generations' more conservative or traditional views.