Milei sweeps among young people: A survey places him at 48% voting intention

A new survey ahead of the October legislative elections confirms what is already perceived in the streets, on social media, and in academic centers: the historic support of young people for President Javier Milei not only remains firm, but is growing strongly.

The study, conducted by the consulting firm Reyes-Filadoro together with Enter Comunicación, shows that La Libertad Avanza (LLA), the movement led by the Argentine president, reaches 48% voting intention among citizens aged 18 to 35 years, while Unión por la Patria is left behind with just 21%.

The research, which included 730 online interviews and exhaustive monitoring of social media, leaves no doubt about the libertarian phenomenon among new generations. In a country historically marked by the predominance of left-wing ideas among young people, the shift toward a more libertarian mindset, focused on the defense of individual freedoms, free trade, and rejection of the left, is becoming increasingly evident.

Milei's image, moreover, is solidified with a 59% positive rating in this age group, with a remarkable 40% rating his administration as "very good." Support grows even more among men (65%) and among those who voted for Milei in 2023 (94%). Even among voters of Patricia Bullrich in the last presidential election, 62% evaluate the current president positively.

Beyond the electoral figures, the survey reveals a key fact: young people, after decades of economic crises, are beginning to view the country's economic future with optimism. When asked how they imagine the economy a year from now, a resounding 57% believe it will be the same or better, an indicator of confidence that contrasts with the opposition's attempt to instill supposed pessimism.

The report also explored which personalities generate the greatest connection with young people, and among figures such as Elon Musk, Marcos Galperín, and Donald Trump, Santiago Caputo, a strategist close to the president, emerged as one of the names with strong symbolic presence. This fact is significant, as it points to a change in the aspirational role models of new generations, now leaning toward anti-establishment, successful profiles far removed from the traditional political apparatus.

Milei's advantage among young people is even wider than in the general electorate. According to a previous analysis by Clarín of 10 national surveys, La Libertad Avanza leads with 38.7% compared to 26% for Kirchnerism. When focusing on those under 35, the gap widens to 27 points.

The scenario presents a historic opportunity for the ruling party, which could consolidate its strength in Congress if this youth support translates into votes in October. Milei, far from being a passing phenomenon, appears to be consolidating a new political culture among those who will later lead the country's future.