Understanding the rise of ‘democratic socialism’

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For decades, ‘socialism’ was a dirty word in politics, but today it’s one of the fastest growing political identities.

Today, we explore the resurgence of democratic socialism, the ideas behind it, and its long tradition in both the U.S. and Canada.

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