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EPISODE · Aug 14, 2026 · 1H 35M

They want to do what? Exposing the inanity of the Democratic Socialists of America platform

from THE 85/15 PODCAST · host Carl Duckett and Randy Blair

The conversation delves into the concept of a classless society and the Democratic Socialist of America Party platform. It explores the implications of universal basic income, equal opportunity, and the challenges of achieving equality of outcome. The discussion also touches on the impact of government control on industry, the role of human nature in work and achievement, and the value of opportunity in the United States. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including healthcare, housing, healthcare reform, and foreign policy. It delves into the impact of pharmaceutical companies, the cost of healthcare, public housing, and the role of the government in healthcare and housing. It also addresses the issue of police departments, prisons, and the military, as well as immigration and government corruption. The conversation delves into the discussion of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and their agenda, as well as the potential impact of their policies on the political landscape. The conversation also explores the challenges and implications of the DSA's proposals, as well as the broader implications for the future of American politics.TakeawaysClassless societyUniversal basic income Healthcare reformHousing and public housingForeign policy and military involvementImmigration and government corruption Electoral CollegeAbolishing InstitutionsPolitical IdeologiesChapters00:00 The Vision of a Classless Society06:10 The Challenge of Equality of Outcome12:50 The Impact of Government Control on Industry19:01 The Role of Human Nature in Work and Achievement26:01 The Value of Opportunity in the United States40:11 Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Influence43:14 Housing and Public Housing56:41 Foreign Policy and Military Involvement01:13:44 Immigration and Government Corruption00:01 The DSA Agenda14:53 The Impact of DSA Policies30:03 The Future of American Politics

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