Free markets and economic opportunity have defined American exceptionalism for 250 years, and are cornerstones of our nation’s success. Our Founders understood that the power of America lies with its people, not the government. Today, socialism seeks to upend that system and put the reins of business in the hands of bureaucrats rather than innovators.

Socialist Priorities

Raise taxes on the richest earners, for-profit corporations, large inheritances, and private colleges and universities. Establish a wealth tax for the wealthiest in society.

Democratic Socialists of America, 2025-2026 Program

Legislative Action

The American economy thrives when entrepreneurs are free to conduct business without burdensome regulations. Democratic Socialists are jeopardizing economic success by introducing subversive regulatory efforts that seek to have big government make decisions better left to free markets.

The strength of America’s economic engine comes from its commitment to competitive enterprise. However, many Socialist proposals aim to transfer the ownership or operation of private enterprises and industries to government entities.

The American free enterprise system is built on the premise that success is earned and should not be penalized. In an effort to pay for their litany of new entitlements, Socialists are introducing misguided tax policies that will cripple American entrepreneurs, and are especially damaging to small and mid-sized American businesses.

Featured Quotes

At the American Free Enterprise Chamber of Commerce, we stand ready to fight back against the creeping socialist wave.

–Gentry Collins,

CEO

Socialism has failed everywhere it has been tried, yet too many have historical amnesia and treat it as a legitimate vision for our future.

–Rob Engstrom,

President

Issues

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Economy

Free markets and economic opportunity have defined American exceptionalism for 250 years, and are cornerstones of our nation’s success.

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2

Healthcare

American innovation and open markets have produced revolutionary health care advancements, leading to unmatched quality and life-saving medications.

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3

Energy

America is blessed with incredible natural resources that power our economy, while providing millions of Americans with good-paying jobs.

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4

Labor

The free enterprise system operates best when Americans are free to work and businesses can operate without bureaucratic interference.

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Democracy

Since its ratification, the U.S. Constitution has provided free enterprise with the stability needed to flourish. As Americans look to the future, we should hold fast to the founding principles of our nation.

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