Democrats Introduce Counter-Resolution to GOP's Anti-Socialism Measure
On August 31, 2026, four Democratic U.S. Representatives introduced a resolution condemning socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), countering a Republican resolution with similar aims. The Democratic lawmakers—Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), Hillary Scholten (D-MI), Jared Moskowitz (D-FL), and Tom Suozzi (D-NY)—seek to distance their party from DSA influence.
The Republican resolution, H.Res. 1490, introduced by Rep. Jeff Crank (R-CO) on August 27, 2026, accuses the DSA of undermining election integrity and promoting policies contrary to American constitutional principles. It is scheduled for consideration in the House this week.
Crank's resolution argues that DSA policies, such as advocating for noncitizen voting and abolishing the Senate, threaten the U.S. political system. In a recent interview, Crank labeled the DSA as "anti-American" and "anti-Constitution."
The Democratic counter-resolution highlights historical atrocities under socialist regimes and criticizes the DSA's platform, concluding with a condemnation of socialism in all its forms.