Who Will Defend Ordinary Working People?

Who Will Defend Ordinary Working People?

You don’t have to be a radical leftist to be concerned about the way Donald Trump and his MAGAs are threatening the well-being of ordinary Americans—and the government of the people, by the people, and for the people.

A recent Washington Post poll found that those polled disapprove of how Trump is handling the economy by 59 to 40%. Additionally, some 70% said tariffs are increasing the prices they pay for basic necessities.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll revealed that, in the face of President Trump’s threat to send troops into American cities, 58% of Americans said the president should only send armed troops to face external threats. Furthermore, some 62% of Americans believe the federal government has too much power, up from 51% a year ago.

The problem lies in the fact that few people see the Democratic Party as an effective opposition that is fighting for their interests.

Government of the people, by the people, and for the people.

Author's summary: Trump's policies threaten ordinary Americans' well-being.

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CounterPunch CounterPunch — 2025-10-14

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