Conservative socialism?
The Gray Area with Sean Illing
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Republican Party's Power Base
- Republican Party Failure: Republicans have failed to enact meaningful reforms regarding Wall Street and Big Tech, despite complaints.
- Donor Influence: Republican donors wield significant influence, with a relationship dynamic of great respect, unlike the more complex dynamic Democrats have with their donors due to other bases like labor unions.
- Lack of Expertise: Young, populist Republicans often lack the knowledge to create effective policies.
- Core Power Base: The Republican Party's base isn't the working class or billionaires, but regional and small capital, like small business owners, who are genuinely reactionary.
- Reactionary Stance: These small-time rich individuals view large corporations and finance as having unjust privileges. They believe the solution is to eliminate government regulations, hindering populist movements.
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