First published 2020
D'Souza examines the resurgence of socialist ideas in twenty-first century America. He argues that contemporary politicians like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Bernie Sanders, Ilhan Omar, and Elizabeth Warren promote a distinct form he calls "identity socialism." This approach combines traditional socialist economics with identity politics based on race, gender, and sexual orientation. D'Souza contends that while these leaders claim to follow successful Scandinavian models from Norway and Sweden, they actually employ Venezuelan tactics. He documents what he sees as authoritarian methods used by the socialist left and makes a case for free market capitalism. The author presents Donald Trump as capitalism's champion and the most capable leader in opposing socialist policies. D'Souza aims to expose both the ideas and strategies of America's socialist movement while defending entrepreneurship and market economics.
Genres: american, political-science, politics, economics, non-fiction, 21st-century, current-affairs, american-history
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: political-thriller
Setting: Norway, Sweden, United States, Venezuela
Period: 21st Century
304 pages · Hardcover · All Points Books