Confessions of a DSA Defector

Former Democratic Socialists of America organizer Jake Altman sat down with The Free Press for a clear-eyed look at how the group changed.

Watch the interview: [VIDEO]

The DSA’s Plan to End Separation of Powers

I hear a lot about the platform of the Democratic Socialists of America. One thing that keeps coming up from the right is that they want to abolish the U.S. Senate and replace the independent presidency and Supreme Court with an executive and judiciary that are subordinate to Congress. A lot of people on the right look at that and call it communism.

Why Democrats Fear the Socialist Wave in Wisconsin

The Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor isn't just messy—it's a national bellwether. As Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez's campaign imploded in a finance scandal and moderates scramble, democratic socialist state Rep. Francesca Hong is riding a wave of genuine enthusiasm. This isn't isolated. Across the country in 2026, Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)-backed candidates are scoring wins and forcing the party to confront where its real grassroots energy lives.

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The Red-Green Alliance Explained

Danny Burmawi is a Jordanian-born author, analyst, and founder of the Ideological Defense Institute. Raised in a Muslim family, he converted to Christianity in 2007, which led him to leave Jordan. He spent about 15 years in Lebanon leading Christian organizations before moving to the United States in 2023 for advanced theological studies. His books, including Islam, Israel and the West, draw on personal experience and deep study of comparative religion and Middle East affairs.

In a recent video from Jeremy Boreing (formerly of The Daily Wire), Burmawi breaks down the tactical partnership often called the Red-Green Alliance — the cooperation between Marxists/communists and Islamists. The discussion is direct and revealing.

Watch the 11-minute clip here: [VIDEO]

The Tactical Nature of the Alliance

Burmawi explains that the alliance is not based on shared long-term goals but on a shared desire to dismantle the current Western system. Marxists seek to tear it down to build their utopia. Islamists aim to replace it with a caliphate under Allah’s rule. For now, they work together and “kick the can down the road” on who will dominate afterward — much like temporary wartime alliances in history.

He applies this to New York politician Zohran Mamdani, noting Mamdani’s Shia roots and family background, including his father’s writings that framed America critically. While Mamdani publicly supports progressive causes like LGBTQ issues and abortion, Burmawi argues these serve as “bones thrown to useful idiots.” The real priority remains advancing Islamic influence, using leftist coalitions as a vehicle for greater political power.

Big Night for Democratic Socialists in New York

 Last night’s Democratic primaries in New York City delivered clear momentum for the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). Three high-profile congressional races saw Mamdani- and DSA-aligned candidates prevail, building directly on Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s 2025 upset victory and signaling a more organized push from the party’s left flank into federal office.

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These weren’t fringe races. They took place in safely Democratic districts where the primary winner is all but guaranteed a seat in Congress come November. The results add fresh energy (and some tension) to the national conversation about where the Democratic Party is headed heading into the 2026 midterms.

The Key Wins

NY-7 (Brooklyn-Queens area): State Assemblymember Claire Valdez, a DSA member and union organizer endorsed by Mayor Mamdani, defeated Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and other challengers. She captured roughly 56-58% of the vote in a race framed as a test of DSA organizational strength versus more institutional progressive politics.

NY-10: Former New York City Comptroller Brad Lander, backed by Mamdani, ousted two-term Rep. Dan Goldman in a strong progressive showing (around 66% to 34%).

NY-13 (Upper Manhattan and the Bronx): Community organizer and DSA member Darializa Avila Chevalier defeated five-term incumbent Rep. Adriano Espaillat. Early results showed her edging out the veteran congressman in a contest that highlighted divides over issues like housing, policing, and foreign policy.

These victories are part of a broader DSA/Mamdani slate performance in New York, with multiple endorsed candidates advancing or winning across congressional, state assembly, and local races. Mamdani’s volunteer network and brand appear to have transferred real power in these low-turnout primaries.