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[dem-uh-krat-ik] / ˌdɛm əˈkræt ɪk /


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When asked whether she thought the success of two democratic socialist candidates in New York City House races had any bearing on her race, DeGette said: “Denver, Colorado, is not New York City.”

From Salon • Jun. 30, 2026

And to be an American is to be embroiled in the great democratic experiment that has been defined by division from the beginning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 29, 2026

Like Mamdani, Lewis George identifies as a democratic socialist, not a communist.

From Barron's • Jun. 28, 2026

Meanwhile, Brad Lander, a former NYC comptroller, defeated incumbent Rep. Dan Goldman, while democratic socialist Assembly member Claire Valdez won the primary for an open seat representing parts of Brooklyn and Queens.

From Slate • Jun. 27, 2026

“Welcome to the Choosing Ceremony. Welcome to the day we honor the democratic philosophy of our ancestors, which tells us that every man has the right to choose his own way in this world.”

From "Divergent" by Veronica Roth




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