Progressive and populist are two entirely different things. Populist is the opposite of elitist and crony capitalist. Cruz and Palin lean populist but not progressive. Pelosi, Romney, and Rove are elitist and progressive.
Progressive,populist; populist, progressive...
I just want a President who fears the Lord, is thankful for freedom and those who shed their blood to attain it; is honest, seeks wise counsel, and will uphold the Constitution of the United States.