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Crucially, many respondents could not articulate what Democrats stand for beyond opposition to Donald Trump, reinforcing the perception that the party is more reactive than proactive on the issues that matter most to ordinary Americans.
Internal Divisions: Progressives vs. Moderates
The report reveals an ongoing civil war within the Democratic Party — a ideological battle between far-left progressives and more moderate, establishment Democrats. The progressive wing champions social issues, identity politics, and a confrontational stance on billionaires, corporate influence, and what they deem "structural" problems rooted in capitalism.