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Top economist Nouriel Roubini argues the AI revolution will displace a large share of workers over 20–25 years, making universal basic income (ex-post) or an ex-ante form of socialism inevitable, funded by taxing AI firms; he expects GDP growth to accelerate from about 2–4% today to roughly 6% by 2040 and potentially 10% by 2050, a path he calls optimistic because machines would do most of the work.
Republicans, reacting to Democratic socialists' wins and a leftward shift in the party, are increasingly labeling opponents as 'Communists' to cast the Democrats as extreme; analysts view it as part of a broader strategy to define the party's leftward tilt in elections.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced online backlash after advising residents to set air conditioners to 78 degrees during a heat wave, with conservatives labeling the move socialist/communist; the row comes as the city enforces emergency heat measures and Mamdani’s rising political profile grows after socialist-aligned candidates won in NYC, highlighting tensions over climate policy and governance.
Insurgent socialist candidates have won several Democratic primaries, signaling a shift in the party. But translating those gains into a full-fledged welfare-state expansion in the U.S. faces a core obstacle: broad voter acceptance of higher taxes, especially on the middle class. Nordic models fund extensive welfare through high overall tax intake, not just levies on the ultra-rich, and Americans show rising anti-tax sentiment and a preference for spending cuts to shrink deficits. Unless progressives win more marginal seats and persuade swing voters to back higher taxes, their ambitious welfare-state agenda may remain out of reach.
Republicans are reviving McCarthy-era red-baiting to frame Democratic Socialists as extremists and to cast communism as a major threat ahead of the midterms, a tactic amplified by Trump. While some Democrats argue that democratic socialism is not communism, and public views are mixed—especially among younger voters who are more favorable toward socialism than capitalism—the effectiveness of this strategy remains uncertain as the political landscape shifts away from Cold War-era fears.
Democratic socialists have notched high‑profile wins in deep‑blue cities (e.g., NYC, LA, DC, Seattle), showing momentum for democratic‑ socialist ideas at the local level, while national sentiment remains nuanced. Polls show growing openness to socialism among Democrats (about two‑thirds favorable in recent years) as faith in capitalism wanes, but socialism as a whole still isn’t a majority view, and the DSA brand remains relatively unpopular. The impact depends on how candidates package the ideas and manage past controversies; figures like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio‑Cortez illustrate that individuals can be popular even if the broader movement is contested.
A Fox News Digital report on a Minneapolis May Day rally shows Communist and socialist groups calling for revolution, seizure of private property, and redistribution of wealth, signaling a shift from past labor-focused messages as immigrant-rights organizers march with far-left organizations; demonstrators pushed rent caps, a shorter workweek, and worker control, with banners, flags and chants tying labor, immigration and anti-capitalist causes, while some attendees opposed ICE abolition. The event drew 1,000+ participants from groups such as CPUSA, Freedom Road Socialist Organization, Revolutionary Communists of America, PSL and DSA, and concluded largely peacefully alongside a non-binding May Day resolution read by city officials.
France’s Socialists tightened their grip on Paris and other major cities in the final round of municipal elections, with Emmanuel Grégoire winning Paris and left administrations holding Marseille and Lille; Nice delivered a notable win for Eric Ciotti of the National Rally, though the far-right overall failed to secure a broad breakthrough ahead of the 2027 presidential race. Turnout was about 48% by 5pm, and several results in smaller towns remained to be declared.
The article criticizes a recent U.S. government partnership with private companies to build $80 billion worth of nuclear reactors, highlighting concerns about government involvement and ownership stakes that resemble socialist or Chinese-style practices, with the government funding, selecting, and gaining ownership in the private nuclear company Westinghouse.
Americans' positive view of capitalism has declined to 54%, the lowest Gallup has recorded, while perceptions of socialism remain steady at 39%. Democrats are more favorable towards socialism than capitalism, with over two-thirds viewing socialism positively, contrasting with Republicans who overwhelmingly favor capitalism. Overall, Americans are more positive about small business and free enterprise than big business, which has seen a decline in positive ratings across all groups. Despite skepticism towards socialism, Democratic officials continue to advocate for expanded government roles in the economy.
Zohran Mamdani's leading campaign for New York City mayor is causing concern among moderate Democrats who fear his far-left policies could harm their efforts to regain power nationally, with Republicans leveraging his stance to attack Democrats and DSA-backed candidates planning primary challenges, complicating the party's strategy ahead of upcoming elections.
Bolivians are voting in a pivotal election that could end nearly 20 years of leftist rule by Mas, amid economic turmoil and a fragmented political landscape, with the outcome potentially leading to a significant shift in power and policy.
At the Davos World Economic Forum, Argentina's President Javier Milei warned that the Western world is in danger due to the embrace of socialism, while Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts criticized the attendees for being part of the problem. Former President Trump found support from JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon, who praised Trump's handling of the economy and China. Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman expressed doubts about the Biden administration's approach to various issues and its ability to handle a second term, while Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis cautioned against alienating populist voters. Open Society Foundations Chairman Alex Soros criticized the "Davos consensus" and discussed the potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency.
Argentina's president, Javier Milei, criticized global elites at the World Economic Forum for promoting a socialist agenda that he believes leads to poverty, advocating for free enterprise capitalism as the solution. His outspoken speech garnered praise from conservatives and went viral on social media. Milei, known for his plans to reform Argentina's economy, also met with the IMF chief to discuss the country's economic crisis and its IMF program.
Argentine President Javier Milei garnered praise for his speech at the World Economic Forum, where he criticized Western elites for embracing collectivism over freedom, warning that it leads to socialism and poverty. His message resonated with conservatives on social media, who lauded him for confronting leftist elites. Milei, a self-described anarcho-capitalist, was elected based on his commitment to reducing government spending and advocating for individual freedom.