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Professor Sean Wilentz explores the history of American socialism and its connection to the Democratic Party. They discuss the impact of socialist labor unionists on FDR's New Deal and the weaponization of socialism in politics. The chapter also delves into the potential for radical visions in American politics and challenges conventional notions of socialism.
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- American socialism has its own unique characteristics and is not the same as communism.
- The term 'socialism' has been weaponized and can be used to discredit or divide political opponents.
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The Evolution of American Socialism
American socialism has evolved over time and has different strains. It is important to understand that socialism is not the same as communism and that American socialism has its own unique characteristics.
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