People are searching for leaders willing to step up and lead on both sides, but especially on the left.
A recent poll by the Searchlight Institute found that most Americans question whether either party cares about regular people. The poll asked Americans which party they believe wants them to have certain hallmarks of a good life, such as wealth, marriage, and kids.
Most Americans question whether either party cares about regular people at all.
This reflects broad and growing distrust in both sides, with recent polling being particularly unfavorable for Democrats.
Author's summary: Americans distrust both parties.