Brian Becker Seminar #9: Socialism is Possible in the U.S., Organizing Against Imperialist War, and Congress's Dysfunction (Preview)

Brian Becker Seminar #9: Socialism is Possible in the U.S., Organizing Against Imperialist War, and Congress's Dysfunction (Preview)

In this September 2021 patrons-only seminar, Brian and the crew discuss the how socialism can be achieved in the United States and how revolutions happen, how to organize against imperialist war including from within the ranks of the military, and the internal contradictions of the U.S. government that are preventing Congress from addressing the dire needs of the people. Check out the preview now and subscribe at patreon.com/thesocialistprogram to hear the rest!


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