9 Surprising Hidden Players in the Socialist Breakout
Summary
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has grown from about 6,000 members in 2016 to over 120,000 in 2024, making it the largest socialist organization in U.S. history. The group works within the Democratic Party, endorsing candidates and winning elections in various states, including surprising upsets against long-term incumbents.Key Facts
- The DSA started in 1982 from a merger of two left-wing groups.
- Bernie Sanders’ 2016 presidential campaign boosted DSA membership from 6,000 to about 80,000.
- By 2024, DSA membership passed 120,000, surpassing past records held by the Socialist Party and Communist Party USA.
- The DSA is not a separate political party but acts as a faction inside the Democratic Party.
- So far in 2024, the DSA has endorsed around 150 candidates and 35 have won elections.
- Notable wins include ousting two New York Congress members and a 29-year-old defeating a 15-term representative in Colorado.
- Vice President JD Vance criticized longstanding economic policies in ways that align with some socialist critiques, making these ideas more mainstream.
- DSA’s success is driven by multiple factors, not just individual politicians.
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