
The Promise of Access
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Shifts in Democratic Party Coalition and New Voting Base
This chapter analyzes the transformation of the Democratic Party Coalition, from the dissolution of the New Deal Coalition to the formation of the Democratic Leadership Coalition. It examines the evolution of the party's funders, donors, and voters, particularly the rise of white middle-class professionals who prioritize social equality but may resist personal redistributive measures.
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