What Does the DSA Really Stand For? Inside the Democratic Socialists of America

The Democratic Socialists of America has drawn increasing attention as some of the country's most high-profile politicians, including Bernie Sanders, Zohran Mamdani, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have been associated with its ranks. Until recently, the organization had only a few thousand members and remained on the fringes of U.S. politics. In this BBC Americast segment, the co-chair of the DSA speaks about what the party actually stands for, addressing topics such as abolishing ICE, borders, and prisons. The conversation also explores whether the organization can persuade undecided Americans to vote for its candidates. The discussion offers a closer look at the DSA's platform and its evolving role in American political life, providing context on a movement that has moved from the margins toward greater visibility.