Socialism in America

By Daniel Bastida

Apparently, capitalism does offer many benefits, but what about socialism? Does it live up to its hype and are there
examples of incredible successes. Has socialism demonstrated sustainability, or created unintended ill effects? Can
socialism create a more equitable society, without jeopardizing our rights and freedoms?
These are the questions those leaning towards socialism need to consider. Switching to another political system
would have a profound effect on each American, the nation, and the world. Consequently, it isn't a decision one
should undertake without a thorough understanding of the potential implications.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Daniel Bastida
• Release date: Jan 14, 2021
• ISBN: 9781393976851

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Socialism 

in America

''america will never be socialist''

by

Daniel Bastida

Copyright © 2020 Daniel Bastida

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Table of Contents

Introduction

The Illusive Definition of Socialism

Opting into Socialism

Does a Successful Socialist Model Exist?

Historic Socialist Failures

The Value of Incentive

The Will of the People

The Right to Private Property

The Importance of Human Rights

Rule of Law

Taxation for Social Benefits

Potential for Government Failure

Bottlenecks & Shortages

Redistribution of Wealth

Conclusion

References

Introduction

Over the last decade, socialism has seen a revival in America, primarily amongst U.S. youth.

A Harvard Youth Poll conducted in the spring of 2020 found 51 percent of those between the ages of 18 and 29 years of age wanted to see government institutions reformed. While this isn’t particularly surprising considering the current state of the world, a further 39 percent want to see a new government model. Since the U.S. has always valued capitalism, this is a significant, new development.

The 2020 Annual Poll by the anticommunist Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation conducted by the market research company YouGov paints a more complete, but more startling picture.

The overall percent of those that view socialism favorably rose 4 percent from the previous year, while youth interest in socialism increased 9 percent. Today, 40 percent of Americans favor the socialist system and a further 26 percent support a gradual move towards it in the