Publisher's Synopsis
America is witnessing the rise of a new generation of social activists. More young people support socialism now than at any time since the labour movement of the 1920s. The Democratic Socialists of America, a big-tent leftist organisation, has well over 50,000 members nationwide. In the fall of 2018, one of the most influential congressmen in the Democratic Party lost a primary to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortz, a 28-year-old socialist who had never held office before. Now, AOC is one of the most influential politicians in the country. But what does all this mean? Should we be worried about our nation, or should we join the march toward our bright socialist future? In 'Why You Should Be a Socialist', Nathan J. Robinson will give readers a primer on 21st century socialism: what it is, what it isn't, and why everyone should want be a part of this exciting new chapter of American politics.
