Gender gap in U.S. election: Trump's male stronghold vs. Harris's female wave

According to a survey conducted by NBC in the week before the elections, 57% of women will vote for Kamala Harris and 58% of men for Donald Trump. American media highlights how crucial gender-based support will be for both candidates.

"Financial Times" reminds us that Harris could become the first female President of the United States, and it's noted that "women flock to her", among other reasons, due to her advocacy for abortion rights. In this context, the British newspaper cites the words of 58-year-old Deborah Matlock, an analyst at a logistics company, who attended one of Harris's rallies in Michigan. Matlock waited three hours to see the Democratic candidate in person and hear her speech. In a conversation with "FT" she admitted that she thought about her daughters. "They need the right to abortion. They need women's healthcare," she explained. Harris is supported by music stars such as Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, so the current Vice President is expected to gain even more votes.

Donald Trump, on the other hand, does not support the liberalization of abortion rights, and his message is primarily directed at men. "Trump has exploited male fears and resentments, as well as traditional worries about immigration and the economy. He also presents himself as someone who shares their interests, from golf to UFC (mixed martial arts organization – editor's note)," reads "FT".

In the opinion of Republican voters, Trump is putting the USA back on track, particularly in the economy. "It's a spark, a hyena that keeps laughing," said 72-year-old Tommy Brown about Kamala Harris. The former car mechanic, who worked, among other places, in Afghanistan, supports Trump.

It's the former president who is the media's focus, whether positively or negatively. "The Economist", which officially endorsed Kamala Harris, writes about the "unacceptable risk" associated with a second term for Trump. It's important to note that in Anglo-Saxon media, official endorsements are not unusual – they come from a newspaper's opinion section, which aims to assess current events.

The information sections of newspapers distance themselves from these practices and, in theory, strive to provide readers with reliable information. Kamala Harris is also endorsed by "The New York Times", while "The Washington Post" withdrew its endorsement for any candidate at the last minute, a decision made by Jeff Bezos. The billionaire is not only the owner of Amazon but also of "WP". In response to Bezos's decision, likely aiming not to risk falling out of favour with Trump if he wins, some journalists left their jobs, and 200,000 readers canceled their subscriptions. Bezos and his company Blue Origin, which focuses on space exploration, compete for contracts with Elon Musk's SpaceX.

Donald Trump has been endorsed, among others, by the tabloid "The New York Post".

"Tens of millions of Americans will vote for Donald Trump. Some will do so with regret because they view Kamala Harris as a radical Marxist who will destroy their country. Some are filled with national pride because Trump makes them believe that America will find stability with him in the White House. Others will make a cold, calculated decision to vote for Trump as a calculated risk," claims "The Economist".

"The Economist" adds that "Trump behaved appallingly," inciting the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021. It is noted, however, that American institutions survived, but a second occurrence might not be successful.

"Trump's policy is worse, the world is more dangerous, and many sober, responsible people who curbed his worst instincts during his first term have been replaced by true believers," the report states. On the other hand, Harris may not be an outstanding president, but "she won't lead to disaster".

"The New Yorker", which on its cover features the Statue of Liberty walking a tightrope, believes that Trump is running a "campaign of revenge" and will continue regardless of the election outcome. The magazine highlights the importance of the words spoken by the Republican during the last rally in Pennsylvania. Trump stated that he should not have left the White House in 2020. "On the day I left, we had the safest border in our country's history. I shouldn't have left, I mean it seriously," he assessed.

On the other side of the aisle is the aforementioned "New York Post". The newspaper backs Trump primarily for economic reasons. In this aspect, the Republican is expected to "knock out" Harris.