Democratic Socialism is simply the belief that if you're affected by a decision, you should be part of making that decision, whether it be at your job, school, in the political sphere, or in the economy.
What's required to make that work is fostering community, knowing your neighbors, creating mutual-aid networks, building class consciousness, and getting organized.
It's People Power, plain and simple.
The River Region DSA is a democratically operated and self-organized chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America. We encompass multiple counties throughout the Alabama River Region and serve as an umbrella for members with diverse political convictions and philosophies. What unifies and defines us as an organization is a rejection of the discrimination and malicious propaganda that keeps the working class divided along the lines of race, gender identity, party affiliation, and religious tradition.
Our commitment is to democracy, to each other, and to the principled belief that ordinary working people have far more in common with one another than any of us have in common with the ruling class that exploits our division. We believe that building a better world starts with building a better community, and that building a better community requires the democratic participation of regular citizens working toward a common goal of creating a free, equitable, and humane society—governed for, of, and by We the People.
Reach out to us at riverregiondsa@gmail.com for more information.
We're dedicated to building a more just and equitable world through collective action, and we believe that starts at home, in our local community. We stand in solidarity with workers who never see their fair share of the wealth that their labor generates. We advocate for humane working conditions, and the right to organize and be represented within the workplace. Our commitment to mutual aid means providing direct support to our communities, ensuring that no one is left behind in times of need, especially at a time when our institutions are under constant assault.
We believe in the power of intersectionality — recognizing that struggles for justice are deeply connected. We fight for racial justice, LGBTQ+ rights, and the liberation of all marginalized communities here and abroad. By fighting for inclusivity, and standing against all forms of discrimination and oppression, we work together to build a community where everyone can succeed and thrive.
Democracy is at the heart of our movement, and as such we believe it is necessary to fight for the expansion of voting rights and oppose any form of coercion—whether in the workplace, the legal system, or in our streets. By our deeds and our activism, we strive to create a future rooted in fairness, dignity, and true democracy for all.