Publisher's Synopsis
Within the United States, American socialism is a dynamic and changing political and economic ideology. Although American socialism is rooted in the larger socialist heritage, its unique features are influenced by the political climate, cultural values, and history of the country.
Socialism is a political theory that supports government or collective ownership and control of the means of production, distribution, and trade. American socialism has evolved in a distinct setting, characterized by a combination of democratic values and the pursuit of social and economic fairness, even if it shares similarities with its counterparts around the world.
The origins of American socialism may be found in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when organizations and intellectuals like the Socialist Party of America and Eugene V. Debs rose to prominence. Over time, American socialism has gone through phases of increased activity and relative inertia in terms of both influence and visibility.
American socialism has been resurrected in conversations today, with a new generation of activists and politicians supporting socialist-leaning policies.
