Wait… there are Socialists in Texas?
About this episode
Austin City Councilman Mike Siegel discusses the meaning of Democratic Socialism in Texas and its distinction from traditional Democratic policies.
What does “Democratic Socialist” actually mean — especially in Texas? Austin City Councilman Mike Siegel joins Y’all-itics to explain why he calls higher wages, affordable housing and fighting government surveillance Democratic Socialist policies. We also ask the question many voters still have: How is this different from simply being a Democrat? Guest Mike Siegel, Austin City Councilmember
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