Socialism has left a long trail of suffering across the globe. Wherever [socialism] has taken root, it has brought economic collapse, political oppression and the deterioration of freedom. Despite this record, we're seeing a troubling rise in socialist rhetoric here at home, especially among younger Americans, and in major cities like New York City, where these ideas are becoming increasingly mainstream. (00:03–00:10)
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Asserts that socialism leads to economic collapse, political oppression, and loss of freedom.
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