RPfan1992
05-04-2015, 10:16 PM
With more than 50 percent of Democrats viewing socialism favorably, 2016 Independent presidential candidate Sen. Bernie might be taking away some of rival Hillary Clinton’s steam from her progressive voter base. Even though socialists have historically done abysmally at America’s national elections, the Reason-Rupe poll revealed several months ago that America’s political climate is changing, as socialism continues to be presented in the schools and media in a favorable light.
However, Sanders’ own party is not as inclined to jump on the socialist bandwagon, as only 33 percent of Independents have a favorable opinion of socialism, with just 26 percent of Tea Partiers giving it a thumbs-up. Surprising to many, only 55 percent of Americans view capitalism favorably, compared to a slightly lower 53 percent of Democrats.
With more Americans embracing the failed political and economic system of socialism, Sanders’ platform is anticipated to gain a higher resonance with voters, come 2016.
Wearing socialism on his sleeve
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http://www.onenewsnow.com/politics-govt/2015/05/03/2016-candidate-sanders-majority-of-dems-favor-socialism
However, Sanders’ own party is not as inclined to jump on the socialist bandwagon, as only 33 percent of Independents have a favorable opinion of socialism, with just 26 percent of Tea Partiers giving it a thumbs-up. Surprising to many, only 55 percent of Americans view capitalism favorably, compared to a slightly lower 53 percent of Democrats.
With more Americans embracing the failed political and economic system of socialism, Sanders’ platform is anticipated to gain a higher resonance with voters, come 2016.
Wearing socialism on his sleeve
Continued...
http://www.onenewsnow.com/politics-govt/2015/05/03/2016-candidate-sanders-majority-of-dems-favor-socialism