The Left has been coy about their ideology for decades. Now they aren’t pretending anymore.
Because a hundred Democrats in Congress are raising eyebrows after they embraced socialism.
House Overwhelmingly Passes Resolution Denouncing Socialism’s Failures
In a resounding bipartisan rebuke, the House of Representatives on Friday morning passed a resolution condemning the “horrors of socialism” by a vote of 285 to 98. Sponsored by Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.), whose family escaped Cuba’s oppressive regime, the measure rejected socialism “in all its forms” and its encroachment into U.S. policies. Notably, over 70 Democrats, including key party leaders, joined Republicans in recognizing the ideology’s destructive track record.
Progressive firebrand Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) stood against the resolution, aligning with the party’s far-left wing that often downplays socialism’s historical pitfalls. Meanwhile, Reps. Deborah Ross (D-N.C.) and Janelle Bynum (D-Ore.) opted for “present” votes, sidestepping a clear stance.
Alarming Rise in Socialist Appeal Amid Funding Fiascos
The vote highlights growing concerns over socialism’s creeping influence, even as self-proclaimed socialist candidates claimed victories in major cities like New York and Seattle this November—raising alarms about impractical policies that burden taxpayers. NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, for instance, is pushing for a $30 minimum wage, state-operated grocery stores, and fare-free buses, but has repeatedly evaded questions on covering the massive costs after Gov. Kathy Hochul (D-N.Y.) rejected tax hikes.
A September Gallup poll underscores the troubling trend: 66% of Democrats now view socialism positively, compared to just 44% favoring capitalism—a shift that critics warn could lead to economic stagnation and reduced freedoms.
Republicans didn’t mince words in blasting Democrats who resisted the measure.
“There is nothing ‘controversial’ about denouncing a poisonous, failed, and deadly ideology,” Salazar, whose parents fled Cuba when communist Fidel Castro took power, wrote on X. “Socialism will never take root in the United States. Not while I’m here to stop it.”
Democrats Divided: Evasion and Calls for Practical Priorities
While some Democrats, like Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.), dismissed the resolution as a distraction from pressing issues like reducing everyday costs, the vote exposed socialism’s lingering toxicity beyond coastal bubbles. Vulnerable House Democrats eyeing Senate runs next year—such as Reps. Chris Pappas (D-N.H.), Haley Stevens (D-Mich.), and Angie Craig (D-Minn.)—wisely backed the condemnation to avoid alienating mainstream voters.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.), facing his own socialist primary threat, supported the resolution but awkwardly dodged direct questions on his views Thursday.
“I plan on voting in the manner consistent with how I have voted in the past,” Jeffries, who is facing a socialist primary challenger, said while exiting a press conference without specifying his position.
When pressed whether he condemns socialism, Jeffries repeated the same statement.
“Listen, I believe as Democrats, that we believe in a country where we have a strong floor and no ceiling,” Jeffries added. “That’s what we believe in as Democrats, that when you work hard and play by the rules in the United States of America, there should be no ceiling to the success that you can achieve for yourself and for your family and for your community.
“Strong floor, no ceiling,” Jeffries said again.
“At the same period of time, we believe in a strong floor,” the minority leader repeated for the third time.
The minority later did not say whether he condemned socialism.
