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Empty Spectacles and Heightening Contradictions

Red Menace

CHAPTER

Democratic Party's Struggle with Populism and Anti-Establishment Politics

The chapter explores the Democratic Party's resistance to embracing populism and anti-establishment politics due to its alignment with corporate interests. It critiques the party's reliance on identity politics, concerns over Joe Biden's health, and the influence of the donor class on major political parties. The conversation delves into the dissatisfaction with the current political system, the exclusion of third-party candidates, and the potential impact of grassroots movements in pushing for realignment within parties.

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