The article strongly criticizes socialism, arguing that its historical implementations have consistently resulted in violence, oppression, and economic ruin. It cites examples such as the Soviet Union under Stalin, Cambodia under Pol Pot, and China under Mao, emphasizing the high death tolls associated with these regimes.
The author points out that socialists are attempting to rebrand their ideology to make it more palatable to the public, suggesting they are aware of the negative connotations associated with its history of violence.
The article further claims that the left's persistent advocacy for socialism is evident in their willingness to condone political violence, citing a statistic that 55% of self-identified leftists believe violence, including assassinating political figures, is justified. The author connects this modern attitude to the violent legacies of past socialist dictatorships.
The article concludes with a call to reject socialism entirely, regardless of any attempts to rebrand or disguise it.