What's behind Democratic Socialists' historic victories in the midterms?

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Gross, T. (2026, November 11). What's behind Democratic Socialists' historic victories in the midterms? NPR. https://www.npr.org/2026/11/11/nx-s1-6037432/whats-behind-democratic-socialists-historic-victories-in-the-midterms

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Historian and New Yorker writer Jill Lepore explores why Democratic Socialists achieved significant success in recent midterm elections, noting that the party has moved from being marginalized to becoming a mainstream force. Lepore delves into the historical context of socialism in America and how it is experiencing a current resurgence.

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What's behind Democratic Socialists' historic victories in the midterms?

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Historian and The New Yorker writer Jill Lepore says the DSA, once maligned, is no longer "beyond the political pale." asserted

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She discusses the history of socialism in America, and its current resurgence. asserted

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