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Despite widespread support for populist reforms, the traditional political parties remain misaligned. The polling data shows that Americans associate Democrats more closely with economic populism than Republicans—46% see Democrats as the party championing this cause versus only 26% for Republicans. This reveals a disconnect: voters see the GOP as compromised and indistinguishable from corporate interests.
Moreover, respondents overwhelmingly oppose policies that benefit big business and foreign influence, from foreign aid to H-1B visas. Concerns about mass outsourcing, visa programs, and the influx of foreign workers—especially Indians in the tech sector—highlight fears about job security and cultural changes.