Gender Gap Widens Ahead of 2024 Election

The Council of Common Interest in Pakistan has approved the findings of the 7th Population and Housing Census, which revealed a minor shift of 133,978 individuals from rural to urban areas, primarily in Punjab and Sindh. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS) noted that while specific district populations fluctuated, the overall provincial and national populations remained unchanged. In the political sphere, Vice President Kamala Harris is experiencing a significant gender gap in voter support against Donald Trump, with recent polls indicating a 35-point divide favoring Harris among women, while Trump leads by 14 points among men. This widening gender gap is expected to be the largest in U.S. electoral history, highlighting differing priorities and concerns among voters. Harris's campaign faces challenges as a considerable portion of voters remain uncertain about her positions on key issues. As the election approaches, both enthusiasm for voting and the distinct gender divide indicate the evolving dynamics of the 2024 presidential race.