This concurrent resolution, introduced in the Senate on September 3, 2025 by Senator Rick Scott and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, formally denounces socialism. The text lists many "whereas" statements that say socialism concentrates power, has led to communist or totalitarian regimes, and has caused famine and mass killings. It names specific leaders and events as examples and quotes Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. The resolution concludes: "That Congress denounces socialism in all its forms, and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States."
The resolution states the official position Congress would express if it is adopted: a denouncement of socialism and opposition to implementing socialist policies. The document is at the committee stage (Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary). No specific changes to programs, laws, or benefits are described in the text provided.
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The resolution's text says socialism requires a concentration of power that has repeatedly collapsed into communist regimes, totalitarian rule, and dictatorships. It asserts that socialism has led to famine and mass murders, and cites numbers, countries, leaders, and historical events as examples. The text quotes Thomas Jefferson and James Madison to argue that socialism conflicts with individual property and liberty, and it frames the United States founding belief in individual rights as opposed to collectivism.
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