We’re democratic socialists.   But what does that mean?  More democracy — in our politics, our workplaces and our economy.  You can learn more by clicking here or here.  Or check out one of these great books:

History of American Socialism

Biography of the American hero and founder of the Socialist Party of America.

Life of an African American trade unionist, civil rights leader and democratic socialist.

Biography of Michael Harrington, the founder of the Democratic Socialists of America.

The only socialist in Congress tells his story.

Class in America

A look at the other America — the lives of the working poor — by a DSA Co-Chair.

The insecurities of the middle class — a follow-up to Nickel and Dimed.

NYC and the Left

How workers created a “social democratic polity” in NYC — and lost it.

Of course, the best way to learn about our democratic socialist movement is to become a member of the Democratic Socialists of America.