Leftist insurgents are storming the midterms – just don’t call them all democratic socialists
Summary
Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive candidate in Michigan, rejects the label "socialist" even though he supports many ideas linked to the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). The DSA is a growing left-wing group whose members and endorsed candidates have recently won many elections, stirring debate within and outside the Democratic Party.Key Facts
- Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic primary for US Senate in Michigan.
- El-Sayed says he is a capitalist, not a socialist, despite being linked to the DSA.
- The Democratic Socialists of America has grown to about 120,000 members.
- Some candidates supported by or linked to the DSA have won elections in mostly Democratic states.
- There is confusion and debate over which politicians are actually DSA members or endorsed by the group.
- The DSA supports policies like universal healthcare, taxing the rich, and stronger labor rights.
- Some Democrats and Republicans are pushing back against the DSA, including a recent congressional resolution condemning socialism.
- High-profile progressive politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have close ties to the DSA.
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