Mark Levin Podcast

9/8/25 - Radical Shifts: How the Democrat Party Embraced Socialism

Sep 9, 2025
The conversation kicks off with a critique of political ideology, emphasizing the Enlightenment's influence on American rights. A shocking statistic reveals that a majority of Democrats now favor socialism over capitalism. This shift has resulted in a radicalized Democrat Party, distancing traditional members. Discussions also touch on media indifference towards violence against minorities and critiques of left-wing policies on public safety. Lastly, a congressional candidate shares their commitment to conservative values amid Arizona's political landscape.
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INSIGHT

Founders Followed Locke's Natural Law

  • Mark Levin argues John Locke's natural law underpins the Declaration and limits government power.
  • He says rights come from God/nature and government exists to preserve, not create, those rights.
INSIGHT

Democratic Party Has Shifted Toward Socialism

  • Levin claims the Democratic Party has shifted from its traditional base toward socialism broadly across the party.
  • He cites Gallup data showing 66% of Democrats view socialism positively and only 42% view capitalism positively.
ADVICE

Use Media To Teach Core Ideas

  • Levin urges conservatives to do deeper policy education rather than chasing headlines.
  • He tells conservative media to use their platforms to explain ideas like Locke and capitalism more thoroughly.
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