The Socialist Surge: DSA’s Bold Plan to Take Over the Democratic Party

Dmitri Bolt / Townhall Tipsheet 

Over the weekend, the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) gathered in Chicago to reflect on their growth over the last couple of years and collectively determine the direction they should take in the future. The Washington Free Beacon sent reporters to the 3-day conference, which cost them $225 and required a party membership. 

The convention was attended by 1,200 people — mostly delegates chosen by their local DSA chapters — who were asked to keep the venue’s location confidential. Attendees were required to submit a negative COVID test, more than two years after the World Health Organization declared the pandemic over. Only delegates were allowed to give speeches that were kept to two minutes, either supporting or opposing resolutions, which needed a two-thirds majority to pass. Most speakers introduced themselves by just their first name, last initial, and their home chapter. 

Most importantly, though, delegates discussed the multitude of wins they had achieved in the last year, and what opportunities may lie ahead. Read more, see X and video here.