The definition of masculinity has been evolving in recent years, with men today having lower average testosterone levels and weaker handshakes compared to previous generations. However, being a good man is not solely about physical strength, but also about fulfilling one’s responsibilities towards family, spouse, and society with sincerity and determination.

Mark W. Sutton is a recognized expert in political analysis and voter behavior with a particular focus on male voters. He has dedicated over 35 years to advocating for male wellbeing and has been a registered Democrat, contributing content to prominent platforms like NPR, Air America Radio, and the Mother Jones Radio Show. Sutton is an advocate for male issues and has hosted the podcast “Liberal Arts with Mark Sutton.” He has appeared on major media outlets such as MSNBC and CBS Radio, further cementing his status as a thought leader in gender-focused political strategy. He is the author of “How Democrats Can Win Back Men: Why Understanding Voters and Their Issues is Vital for Democrat Victory.”

In this engaging episode of The Chris Voss Show, Chris Voss talks with Mark W. Sutton, the insightful author of “How Democrats Can Win Back Men,” as they examine the aftermath of a significant electoral defeat for the Democratic Party. The conversation delves into the critical gender voting gap that has emerged over the decades and focuses on how men have increasingly shifted their political support towards the Republican Party. With provocative insights and a wealth of historical data, Sutton sheds light on the unaddressed needs of male voters and how the Democrats’ failure to recognize these issues led to their recent electoral losses.

The Democratic Party’s failure to acknowledge and address male voter issues has led to a significant gender gap in voting patterns.

Historical data shows that whenever Democrats fare worse than an 8% deficit among male voters, they lose elections.

Sutton criticizes the Democratic Party for its messaging failures and lack of focus on male issues in platforms and policies.

The conversation highlights the cultural divide exacerbating political differences between genders, driven by societal shifts and misinformation.

Acknowledging and incorporating male-focused policies can be essential for democratic victories in future elections.

“Every time they have been worse than minus 8% among men, they have lost.” – Mark W. Sutton

“Men and women’s fates are always tied together, biologically and socially.” – Mark W. Sutton

“The imaging part and the messaging part are where the Democrats fell short this election.” – Mark W. Sutton

“We’re tied together as men and women, and our success depends on unity, not division.” – Chris Voss

“If men are like, wow, there’s not enough jobs for me, they feel like they’re being discriminated against.” – Mark W. Sutton

“How Democrats Can Win Back Men” on Amazon: Search for Mark W. Sutton on Amazon

Sutton’s Substack: Men and the 2024 Election

Social Media: Not explicitly mentioned, but visit Mark’s website for further contact and updates.

Something scary is happening to boys today. From kindergarten to college, they are less resilient and less ambitious than they were a mere twenty years ago. As for young men, it turns out the film Failure to Launch is not far from the truth. Fully one-third of men ages 22-34 are still living at home with their parents-about a 100 percent increase in the past twenty years. Boys nationwide are increasingly dropping out of school; fewer are going to college; and for the first time in American history, women are outnumbering men at undergraduate institutions three to two. Parents, teachers, and mental health professionals are worried about boys. But until now, no one has come up with good reasons for their decline-and, more important, with workable solutions to reverse this troubling trend. Now, family physician and research psychologist Dr. Leonard Sax delves into the scientific literature and draws on his vast clinical experience to propose an entirely original view of why boys and young men are failing in school and at home. He argues that a combination of social, cultural, and biological factors is creating an environment that is literally toxic to boys, ranging from environmental estrogens to the over-prescription of ADHD drugs. And he presents practical solutions-from new ways of controlling boys’ use of video games, to innovative (and workable) education reforms.