Inequality Spurs Democratic Backsliding
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New research shows that high levels of income and wealth inequality increase the risk of democratic backsliding. Given that the United States is a highly unequal society, the best way the Democrats can prevent a second Trump presidency – and the country’s descent into autocracy – is to campaign on creating a fairer economy.