Second Time as Farce: 4 Theses on the Defeat of Sanders

The DSA’s strategy around the Sanders campaign has been an unmitigated failure that has only strengthened the Democratic Party. In this moment of crisis the need for a party of the working class that fights for socialism is more important than ever. 

Corbynism Lost, Sandersism is Losing: Why Working Within Capitalist Parties Fails

Jeremy Corbyn’s tenure as leader of the Labour Party came to an end with the election of Sir Keir Starmer. Starmer is an establishment figure who easily defeated his Corbynist opponent. This development shows the failure of Corbyn’s strategy and holds a warning for the U.S. left in regards to Bernie Sanders.

Sanders Voted for the Latest Corporate Bailout: What This Reveals for Socialists

The U.S. Congress recently passed a $2 trillion bailout package, the largest in U.S. history. Most of the money will go to the wealthiest individuals and corporations. Even though he originally spoke out against it, Bernie Sanders voted for the deal.

Six Feet Apart but Still Together: The Sanders vs. Biden Debate

Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders met for a debate Sunday amidst the unfolding crisis of the coronavirus. While the debate got tense at times as the candidates bickered over policy and past votes, both candidates pledged to support each other and showed a unity in the face of a crisis.

Sanders Has Become the Curse and the Hope of the Democratic Party

Sanders’s strong showing in Nevada worries the Democratic establishment. He represents a challenge as well as a boost to the Democratic Party.

New Hampshire Primary: Sanders Squeaks by at the Battle of the Milquetoast

Without any major hiccups, the New Hampshire Primary results show Sanders in the lead with Buttigieg nipping at his heels, Biden and Warren quickly declining, and Klobuchar enjoying a surprising uptick in support. What does all this mean for the 2020 presidential race?

What Explains Sanders’ Rise in the Polls?

Since late last year, Bernie Sanders has been steadily rising in the polls, closing the gap between him and frontrunner Joe Biden. Early polls for the Iowa and New Hampshire caucuses show Sanders in first place for the nomination. As the primary race officially kicks off this week, what does Sanders’ rise in the polls mean for his bid for the presidency?

Sanders in Queens: A Working-Class Revolution… at the Ballot Box?

Senator Bernie Sanders held a giant rally in Queens where he got the endorsement of representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. He made many progressive demands—but claimed that these can all be achieved by voting. Impressions from a reporter at their first Sanders rally.

Sanders, Warren Crush Opponents on Healthcare. On Immigration and Racism, Not So Much

Despite attacks, Sanders and Warren crushed their opponents in yesterday's debate, making an especially progressive argument for Medicare for All. However, on immigration and on race, Warren and Sanders left a lot to be desired.

Sanders’ Speech Explains His Vision of Socialism—It Sounds a Lot like New Deal Liberalism

Bernie Sanders likened himself to FDR and pledged to take up the  “unfinished business" of the New Deal. His speech was a call for national unity to fight fascism. But his description of democratic socialism sounded a lot like any other European welfare state.