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The Case for Reforming the Executive Committee
The Executive Committee (EC) of the Chicago Democratic Socialists of America (CDSA) is…
On Getting The Basics Right (Again and Again)
Imagine the last five DSA meetings you have been to. Do you feel…
An Assessment of the Socialists Everywhere Project
The Socialists Everywhere Project began in the now-defunct Organizing Committee for the North…
On the Role of Branches
Discussions of internal structure are often maligned as being the least of an…
In Chicago, The Legacy of Christopher Columbus Lives On in Italo Balbo
Christopher Columbus is widely considered one of the greatest villains ever to set…
Cadre In Office, Socialists In Power
The democratic road to socialism needs state power, so democratic socialists need to…
Lessons from the McCarthy Red Scare
We are experiencing the most sustained and broad attacks on US democracy since…
Political Priorities To Move Chicago DSA Forward
Every June, Chicago DSA holds our annual membership convention. Typically, our convention is…
Building Working Class Power in Civil Society
Starting With Gramsci MAGA has put together a fascist coalition of white supremacist,…
Why You Should Protest the Democratic National Convention
Former DSA member Maurice Isserman and fellow author Peter Dreier have expressed concern…
Chicago DSA Condemns City Council Resolution On Israel
We reject a resolution passed today by the City Council which unequivocally supports…
Ending the Fossil Fuels We Burn Inside Our Homes
In the midst of a climate crisis and rising utility costs, People’s Gas,…
Socialist Involvement in Local School Councils and the September GCM
At the September general chapter meeting, members of Chicago DSA will vote on…
We Must Democratize ComEd: CDSA Co-Chair Speaks In City Council
On Wednesday, July 12th, I took time out of my work day to…
What Kind of Relationship Do We Want With Union Leadership?
As DSA Convention season descends on us, a familiar debate from previous conventions…
Why Is The Chapter Convention The Day Of The Pride Parade?
Dear Chicago DSA members, I am writing to encourage you to RSVP for…