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The Andrew Tate effect: Online ‘manfluencers’ spreading toxic masculinity in Australian schools

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Monash University unveiled concerning research there is a resurgence of male supremacy and advancement of toxic masculinity in Aussie schools amongst boys.

Monash University’s Doctor Stephanie Wescott told Gary Adshead on 6PR Mornings influencers such as Andrew Tate are having a profound yet often covert impact on young men, irrespective of whether or not they are searching him out.

“He’s been successful because he’s a good communicator; he’s quite aggressive in his messages, but he’s also got beautiful women and cars and money,” Dr Wescott said.

“That’s a very powerful thing for the algorithm, which is ultimately what controls what young bops – and all of us, really – see.”

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Simon Beaumont
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