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Why Democratic Socialism Is Gaining Popularity In The United States

Jim Riley

30th July 2019

This extended (20+minute) video from CNBC explores the rise of democratic socialism in the US.

As the likes of Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have risen to prominence within the Democratic Party, the video considers whether democratic socialism is a short-term feature of US politics or here to stay.

Why Democratic Socialism Is Gaining Popularity In The United States

Jim Riley

Jim co-founded tutor2u alongside his twin brother Geoff! Jim is a well-known Business writer and presenter as well as being one of the UK's leading educational technology entrepreneurs.

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