DSA Assault on Prisons Is Rooted in Third World-ist Lust for Barbarism
Summary
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) have gained influence in recent U.S. elections and promote major changes to society, including cutting back on police power and reducing the number of people in prison. Some leaders support ending prisons and police departments, while others say prisons still exist. Critics argue this approach ignores public safety concerns.Key Facts
- The DSA has seen success in Democratic Party primaries across the country.
- The DSA’s platform calls for a new constitution and a democratic socialist government.
- They propose demilitarizing police and ending mass incarceration, but not fully abolishing prisons and police.
- Some DSA members have expressed support for completely ending prisons and police.
- Critics point out that most state prisoners are there for violent crimes and represent a threat to society.
- About 83% of released prisoners are rearrested, with half arrested within a year.
- Nearly 90% of Black homicide victims are killed by other Black people.
- The article links the DSA’s policies to an ideological belief described as “Third World-ism,” suggesting it favors disorder over safety.
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