Resolved: Democratic Socialism would decrease prosperity in the U.S.

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Note: This *FREE*event is to be attended in person.Join us August 12th at Holy Infant Catholic Church for a friendly and intellectually engaging experience you won't find anywhere else! Listen to speeches for or against the resolution—and then share your own, if you feel so moved. (And there's no pressure, but we hope you will!)Here's the night's topic:Resolved: Democratic Socialism would decrease prosperity in the U.S.Note: This resolution does not represent Braver Angels' stance on the issue. We will alternate between speeches in support of and against the resolution.Tickets are free, but donations help. Use promo code BRAVER during registration to get a free ticket. Donations support Braver Angels, 501(c)3.

Democratic socialism is a political philosophy advocating for democratic management of the economy alongside political democracy—seeking to ensure that major economic institutions serve public needs rather than private profit. Once a fringe concept in modern U.S. politics, the movement has gained significant momentum through organizations like the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and the electoral success of high-profile leaders like U.S. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Independent Senator Bernie Sanders, and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani.Proponents of democratic socialism argue that expanding public programs, strengthening workers' rights, and guaranteeing essentials like healthcare will build a fairer, more prosperous economy for all. Opponents counter that free-market capitalism remains the ultimate engine of economic growth, warning that expanding government control risks stifling innovation, freedom, and national wealth.Join us for a Braver Angels debate where we move past political soundbites to thoughtfully examine whether democratic socialism will increase or decrease prosperity in the United States.To learn more about our debates, you can take a look at our <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vMRcHb6e3eHKj4fSP527mXYqaJ5y1H7d/view?usp=sharing" title="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vMRcHb6e3eHKj4fSP527mXYqaJ5y1H7d/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">quick start guide</a> and this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uviTDvhcq54" title="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uviTDvhcq54" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">video about the spirit of a Braver Angels Debate</a>. For further information, including to find additional upcoming events or view recordings of some of our past debates please visit: <a href="https://braverangels.org/what-we-do/debates/" title="https://braverangels.org/what-we-do/debates/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://braverangels.org/what-we-do/debates/</a>.This debate is a free event brought to you by Braver Angels as part of our mission to depolarize America. We invite you to consider a gift to Braver Angels; all donations are tax deductible. Your support will allow us to offer more workshops and debates with the ultimate goal of uniting America. You will have an opportunity to make a donation as you register, if you so choose. Your choice will have no bearing on your registration.

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