Big money vs. the people

The article argues that the upcoming U.S. election is less about a straightforward choice between political parties and more about a fight between concentrated wealth and the “people.” It claims a record 45% of American voters identify as independent and that many who remain registered with either party feel little loyalty to it. The piece says big business increasingly seeks expanded government support—subsidies, bailouts, no-bid contracts, and a large military-technology state—while framing the “affordability crisis” as tied to growing wealth and power at the top. It alleges “dark money” and super PAC spending are tilting the balance, citing that Democratic candidates are outspent 2-to-1 and that Republican groups receive most of the outside support. It references Elon Musk funding efforts for Republican candidates and mentions Texas candidate James Talarico using volunteers, contrasting that with Ken Paxton’s backing.