Socialism reaches record popularity among Americans in Gallup poll

Asian Americans have shown similar openness to socialism while continuing to give capitalism higher marks.

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Socialism is viewed positively by a record 43% of Americans, crossing 40% for the first time since Gallup began tracking the economic system in 2010. The findings, based on an Aug. 3-24 survey released on Monday, also revealed that adults under 35 now view socialism more favorably than capitalism, 57% to 43%.

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