Democratic Socialists Face GOP ‘Red Scare’ While Expanding Local Wins

Republicans and Donald Trump label democratic socialists as communists to frame the midterm debate, but the DSAs and experts say democratic socialism differs from communism and emphasizes democratic control of policy and expanded public services. Recent wins in deep-blue cities like New York and Denver signal growing influence at local levels, though few democratic socialists hold federal seats; within the Democratic Party there's ongoing debate about embracing or resisting the movement's agenda in swing districts.