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As the election approaches, which of the two major political parties do you think is more in touch with the average American? Democratic, the average person is struggling and in need of the types of social programs the party is willing to back. 28% Republican, the average American needs to be relieved of heavy taxes and onerous regulatory burdens standing in the way of business development. 56% Neither, I'm sick of both parties. I will likely vote for third party candidates or move to Canada in the near future. 16% Number of votes: 1238

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