Socialism
DSA leadership approves “Workers Deserve More!” platform; amendments add proposals on government structure and policing
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Democratic Socialists of America leaders approved a national platform titled “Workers Deserve More!” at an in-person meeting earlier this month, according to a Daily Wire report that cited internal DSA discussions and social media posts. DSA materials describe the document as the group’s first national platform and say it will be highlighted at the organization’s national organizing conference in Chicago in late July.
Senator John Fetterman voiced concerns about the growing acceptance of socialism within the Democratic Party during a podcast appearance. He described the shift as a dangerous trend that could alarm many Americans. Fetterman also highlighted views from immigrants who have experienced socialist systems.
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un inspected service facilities set to open in Pyongyang's Hwasong district, praising them as a 'valuable foundation for socialist civilization,' state media reported. He visited a car repair center, pet shop, musical instrument shop and hair salon. His wife Ri Sol-ju and daughter Ju-ae accompanied him.
A pro-Pyongyang newspaper reported on November 19 that North Korea has a 15-year development plan to build a socialist powerhouse by 2035. The plan consists of three five-year phases, with the second stage set to begin at a ruling party congress early next year. Leader Kim Jong-un emphasized this 15-year struggle in a letter to a youth association shortly after the 2021 party congress.
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Comedian Bill Maher suggested on his HBO show that New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, represents the future of the Republican Party rather than the Democrats. He argued that Mamdani's policies could fuel Republican gains by alienating moderate voters. Maher highlighted historical failures of socialism to underscore his point.