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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez should run for president

The congresswoman can run a serious national campaign on the left and pull a movement in behind it. She should get in early

The Guardian - US

Contradictions of Socialist Prison Abolitionism

Many "democratic socialists" want to abolish prisons. But this is in conflict with their objective of making many more activities illegal.

Reason

'Dr. Doom' Nouriel Roubini says we're headed for universal basic income or 'some form of socialism' as AI revolutionizes work—He calls that optimistic

"Essentially, the government is going to take over some fraction of the big tech firms."

Fortune

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Mamdani's $50 World Cup jersey stunt proves some of the oldest criticisms of socialism correct: 'The odds are extremely stacked against you'

Democratic socialism stresses "affordability," but is a $50 World Cup jersey that almost nobody can buy really affordable?

Fortune

Abdul El-Sayed Exposed After Rejecting Socialism Label

Robby Soave and Amber Duke discuss U.S. Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed's socialist beliefs.

Reason

Even in conservative North Dakota, some socialist institutions thrive

Candidates affiliated with Democratic Socialists of America, an organization well to the left of the Democratic Party, have scored wins in several of the party’s competitive primaries. It’s very likely that they will win House seats in the November 2026 elections since the candidates reside in progressive strongholds.

The Conversation

Why is Trump attacking ‘communists’? Because he’s run out of cards to play

With the economy, foreign policy and immigration all going poorly for the president, he’s scrambling before the midterms

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J.D. Vance Hates Milton Friedman

Socialism is ascendant within both political parties.

Reason

Nikki Haley Slams Zohran Mamdani's Energy Savings Message to New Yorkers Grappling With a Heat Wave: 'Welcome to Socialism'

Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley mocked Zohran Mamdani over his guidance on reducing electricity use during a heat wave and called it "Welcome to socialism."

Benzinga

My Family Fled Socialism. Then I Voted for Bernie Sanders.

An immigrant's journey to the radical left and back

Reason

Is Socialism Going Mainstream?

Plus: the DSA's policy agenda, Trump's chaotic Iran strategy, and America's 250th birthday

Reason

Marjorie Taylor Greene: 'You're Not Being Represented!'

Marjorie Taylor Greene discusses the future of the Republican Party, the resurgence of democratic socialism, and why the political establishment always wins

Reason

Trump Calls Democrats as 'Godless Communists' and 'Animals' After a Series of Midterm Wins

President Trump criticises Democratic Socialists, labelling them 'godless communists' and warning of ideological threats to the US, as Republicans gear up for the midterm elections.

International Business Times UK

Will the Mamdani effect make 2028 the year of the leftwing president?

The mayor hopes to ‘write a new chapter in the party’s history’ – and recent democratic socialist wins prove he might be able to do it

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Democratic Socialism Remains an Elite Phenomenon

Darializa Avila Chevalier is supported by wealthy, well-educated elites.

Reason

Why U.K. Socialism Could Soon Be America's Problem

Plus: the rise of Democratic Socialists, Trump's Iran negotiations, and ICE abandons detention center plans

The Texas Tribune

At GOP convention, Abbott vows to “demolish” Democrats, calls for crackdown on H-1B visas and Sharia law

The governor sought to tie the minority party, and its U.S. Senate nominee, James Talarico, to “Bernie Sanders socialism” in a fresh look at his message for the fall midterms.

The Guardian - US

The spectre of gen Z socialism is haunting the world … according to the Economist

The magazine writes: ‘Resisting Gen-Z socialism is therefore an urgent task.’ That urgency must outweigh any urgency of feeding hungry people

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The Economic Times

China's Xi hails 'new start' in North Korea ties ahead of summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea to strengthen ties. This visit occurs as North Korea increases trade and military cooperation with Russia. China aims to foster strategic cooperation and socialism. North Korea has showcased its military strength ahead of the summit. This marks Xi's first international trip this…

Reason

California Elections, Graham Platner, Recalling COVID Insanity

Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi are hoping socialism doesn’t make the leap from New York City to Los Angeles to D.C.

Reason

Why Socialism Won't Deliver Government Efficiency

Plus: the Democratic Party's candidate problem, property tax breaks for seniors, and the UFC on the White House lawn

The Economic Times

Google co-founder Sergey Brin donates $500,000 to fight overpaid CEO tax: 'fled socialism with my family in 1979...'

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has stepped into San Francisco’s heated tax debate with a USD 500,000 political donation aimed at opposing a controversial business tax proposal. At the same time, Brin is backing a rival business-friendly measure as voters prepare to choose between two competing tax plans. The battle has…

Reason

Marijuana Rescheduled

Plus: skyway socialism, reconsider the lobster, D.C.'s urban growth, and more...

The Guardian - UK

The religious right and the perversion of faith

Letter: Christian nationalism has as little to do with the true values of Christianity as national socialism has to do with the values of socialism, says Rev Prof Nick Ross

Reason

Review: A Thorough Account of Socialism's History

On Origin Story, podcasters Dorian Lynskey and Ian Dunt cover everything from Karl Marx to the British Labour Party.

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