Three Quarters of Americans Support Special Measures for Men, As Governors Continue to Speak Out

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Three Quarters of Americans Support Special Measures for Men, As Governors Continue to Speak Out

WASHINGTON / March 5, 2025 – A recent national survey shows a high level of support to address issues that are affecting men. A YouGov survey, conducted between February 27 – 28, reveals a broad mandate from the American public to move forward in this area.

Following are the survey highlights:

Nearly three-quarters — 73% — of respondents agree that society should invest in addressing the societal challenges that men face such as higher rates of suicide, homelessness, and work fatalities.
Mental health support (56%), homelessness prevention (54%), and reducing the stigma around men asking for help (50%) are the top three issues that respondents consider a priority,
No major differences were seen between men and women in their survey responses

A table displaying response differences by sex, race, educational level, and other variables is available online. (1)

Studies show men have fallen behind women in 12 major areas such as health, education, homelessness, and more. (2)

Lawmakers have begun to take note of a situation that many are now describing as a “crisis.” (3) Last week, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (D), long-time advocate for women’s rights, issued a statement to address a range of challenges affecting young men. Whitmer promised, “I’m signing an executive directive that will make an effort to reach more young men and boost their enrollment in our higher education and skills training programs.” (4)

Other lawmakers advocating on behalf of men and boys include: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D), Senator Josh Hawley, Missouri (R), and U.S. Representative Frederica Wilson 24th District of Florida (D). (5)

The newly established Men’s Equality Network consists of groups seeking to address the crisis of men and boys in America. (6) To date, 23 organizations have joined the Men’s Equality Network as members. (7)

We urge all lawmakers to support special measures for men through legislative action.

The Men’s Equality Network is the U.S. – based affiliate of SAVE – Stop Abusive and Violent Environments – a 501(c)3 organization working to assure due process, fairness, and equal opportunities for men. (8)

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