LDSA Socialist Syllabus

The LDSA Socialist Syllabus is a series of readings and discussions brought to you by our Political Education Committee. This syllabus is designed as an introduction to democratic socialist thought, exploring the key ideas and strategies that shape our movement. Each week, we dive into a different aspect of democratic socialism, from the basics of what democratic socialism is, to the role of class struggle, organizing strategies, and the intersections of gender, race, and class within socialist analysis.

The meetings are open to all who are interested, whether or not they are DSA members, and aim to foster engaging and accessible discussions for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of socialism. The 2024-2025 syllabus series will begin with  "What is Democratic Socialism?" on Thursday, November 21st at 6:30 p.m. All sessions will meet at the Smoketown Collective (900 S. Shelby St).  Readings are subject to change.