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 Reason · Jun 22
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 Texas Tribune · Jun 12
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 The Guardian - US · Jun 9
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… The Economic Times · Jun 8
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 · Jun 4
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 Reason · Jun 1
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… The Economic Times · May 23
Marijuana Rescheduled Plus: skyway socialism, reconsider the lobster, D.C.'s urban growth, and more... Reason · Apr 23
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 The Guardian - UK · Apr 10
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. Reason · Mar 27
Austerity Socialism What's a "tax the rich" mayor going to do when he can't actually tax the rich? Reason · Feb 18
Bolivia’s ‘capitalism for all’ project sparks backlash for selling-out on natural resources Bolivia’s political landscape has changed dramatically since August 2025, when a general election ended the Movement for Socialism (Mas) party’s rule after nearly two decades. Its presence in Congress has all but vanished, with rightwing parties now commanding an overwhelming majority. The Conversation · Feb 6
Scott Bessent on the 39% of young Americans thinking favorably of socialism: They’re just not invested in the stock market “I think that dovetails somewhat—that 38% of American households have no exposure to equities,” the Treasury Secretary told CNBC. Let’s see in 10 years. Fortune · Jan 28
‘The Wasted Decades’: A grudging recommendation for the Nehru-bashing season It is difficult to discuss a book that you significantly disagree with when it is written by a friend whom you like and respect. But there is a positive side to this: Disclosing this increases transparency and credibility, which I hope will remain irrespective of what I say about and… Newslaundry · Jan 24
Reason · Jan 21 Why So Many Venezuelans Support Trump's Capture of Maduro Venezuelan opposition leader Freddy Guevara explains support for U.S. intervention, how socialism destroyed Venezuela, and what a democratic transition would require.
International Business Times UK · Jan 12 Zara Larsson Calls Out Trump Supporters Following Backlash Over Her Anti-ICE Stance Singer Zara Larsson has directly called out Trump supporters after facing backlash over a viral social media post in which she expressed support for immigrants, trans people, welfare and socialism, while criticising ICE.
Reason · Jan 6 The Contradictions of Supply-Side Socialism Zohran Mamdani signs executive orders to speed up new construction. His housing policy picks also want to abolish private property.
The Guardian - US · Jan 1 They tried to smear him as an antisemite – but Mayor Zohran Mamdani walks in a rich Jewish tradition When I look at Mamdani, I don’t see some radical departure. I see him as an heir to the Yiddish socialism that helped build New York
Reason · Dec 24, 2025 Why College Students Prefer Socialism—and Why They're Wrong When the media say the middle class is in decline, they're technically right—because people are getting richer.
Reason · Dec 19, 2025 More Republican Socialism The Trump administration has not made a convincing case for why it is buying stakes in these companies—and why these companies in particular, rather than others.
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2025 Amanda Seyfried calls socialism a ‘gorgeous idea’ following backlash over Charlie Kirk comments ‘I know it doesn’t work perfectly,’ says actor
Benzinga · Dec 3, 2025 Nikki Haley's Son Says GOP Must Act Or Lose Gen Z To 'Mamdani-Style' Socialism: 'We Are Going In The Opposite Direction' Nalin Haley, conservative activist and the son of former Republican presidential contender Nikki Haley, has spoken out about the challenges faced by his generation, Gen Z, and the need for Republicans to address them.
Reason · Dec 2, 2025 Republican Socialism: Trump Is Taking Federal Stakes in Private Companies The Trump administration's pivot toward socialism did not come without warning.
Reason · Dec 2, 2025 Is Economic Anxiety Driving People to Socialism? Plus: War crime allegations against Hegseth, Congress threatens the legal hemp industry, and reflections on the legacy of Tom Stoppard
Reason · Dec 1, 2025 To the Socialists of All Parties Friedrich Hayek's most popular work was dedicated to "the socialists of all parties." That phrase perfectly captures politics in 2025.