Trump leans on 'communist' messaging as economic angst drives Democrats
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Democratic socialists believe capitalism can stay, but they want the government to do more to help everyday people by providing free healthcare, reducing income inequality and expanding social programs. Communists want to end capitalism and replace it with a system where private property is no longer owned by individuals.

Polls show a drop off of Trump support on key issues - such as immigration - that have motivated voters in the past.

"Part of what Trump is doing is creating a new boogeyman," she said.

None of this is happening in a vacuum.

Economic concerns, in part caused by the war in Iran, have helped drive support for some candidates who identify as democratic socialists or back a larger government social safety net.

And Trump has sought to recast that debate in ideological and emotional terms.

One question is how much resonance the attack line still has with today's voters.

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