Outsiders Trump and Carson Draw Different GOP Crowds

Two unconventional candidates, businessman Donald Trump and former neurosurgeon Ben Carson, are leading the Republican presidential field. Both are often described together as political “outsiders.” But that label misses an important point: Each one appeals to a different segment of the GOP primary base.

Mr. Carson is drawing support from more-conservative Republicans concerned with “values” issues, while Mr. Trump is building a base on moderate Republicans and tea party supporters, according to the numbers from the latest Wall Street Journal/NBC News poll. CONT.

Dante Chinni, Wall Street Journal

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