The United States of Socialism

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For those who witnessed the global collapse of socialism, its resurgence in the twenty-first century is surprising. Dinesh D'Souza argues that today's socialism, championed by figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, differs significantly from that of Lenin, Mao, and Castro. He terms it "identity socialism," blending classic socialism with identity politics. The modern socialist is often not a traditional union worker but rather a Black Lives Matter activist or an environmentalist. Today's advocates claim to emulate the "socialism that works" in Scandinavian countries, yet D'Souza asserts that their model aligns more closely with the Venezuelan approach. He critiques how socialism has shifted focus from the working class to issues of race, gender, and sexual orientation, revealing its authoritarian tendencies. This work is a provocative expose of the socialist Left's ideas and tactics. D'Souza makes a moral case for entrepreneurs and the free market, positioning President Trump as a champion of capitalism and a key figure in the fight against socialism. He outlines strategies to aid Trump in combating this perceived socialist threat.