People are feeling disenfranchised by both political parties. Big money interests have purchased politicians in both parties so that no matter which party is in power, they still win. The rise of Sanders and Trump are testament to the frustration of the American people to the status quo. Sanders represents the desire to return to the progressive policies of presidents beginning w FDR that made this the country the envy of the world. Sadly, this country started turning it's back on populist policies in favor of corporatism beginning w the Carter administration. Unfortunately, the Trump candidacy is channeling this same frustration into baser human emotions of hate and prejudice.
There can be no hope for this country as long as we have a stranglehold on our political process by the two party system controlled by corporate interests. The current system of closed primaries and presidential debates is designed to prevent the rise of new parties responsive to the will of the people.