For years, Democratic Party leaders convinced themselves they had struck a clever bargain with the Democratic Socialists of America.
The DSA would provide the energy. The activists. The volunteers. The small-dollar donations. The army of young true believers is willing to knock doors, flood social media, and spend weekends campaigning.
In return, Democrats would provide the ballot line.
The arrangement worked because each side believed it was being used by the other.
What could go wrong with that?
Welcome to 2026.
Be informed, not misled.



