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As it stands, the Democratic Party appears to be straddling two worlds: one rooted in corporate funding and traditional big government policies, and another constituted by grassroots activists and populist sentiments. Consequently, many feel that the party has lost sight of its former base while simultaneously risking alienation of traditional supporters.
The challenges presented are indicative of a party at a crossroads, grappling with disparate interests and struggling to unify its voter base around a cohesive message.