The interesting thing is that Trump isn’t exactly the most extreme Republican candidate possible, on actual issues. I don’t remember him talking about getting rid of Social Security or Medicare, he’s suggested some degree of moderation on abortion (and I 100% doubt he gives a shit), and he gave a good little speech after the Pulse nightclub shooting about gay rights. It’s just his personality that seems extreme.
As for the Democrats, I would like to know what the Hell they are smoking. I attribute it all to Pharma, but who knows what all is at play.