NYC -- Crni demokratski vođa kritizira demokratske socijaliste Amerike: 'Bijela supremacija dolazi u svim oblicima'

New York City, A prominent Black Democrat leader has publicly criticized the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), accusing the group of perpetuating white supremacy. Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, a Democrat and African American, took to social media to challenge the predominantly white organization, asserting that “white supremacy comes in all forms.” His remarks came amid growing tensions between the DSA and mainstream Democrats, particularly in the city where Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a Democrat, has aligned himself with progressive causes. Richards' critique followed a heated exchange involving a New York Times article that highlighted how DSA members within the Democratic Party have prioritized the group's agenda over concerns affecting minority communities in New York City. The piece sparked backlash from some DSA members, including Phara Souffrant Forrest, a DSA state assemblymember. In response to criticism, she reportedly accused the Times reporter of overlooking the presence of a Black DSA representative in a neighborhood referenced in the article. When a journalist pointed out that the article had already acknowledged her concern, Richards seized the moment to reinforce his argument. In a follow-up post, Richards cited a well-known quote from Malcolm X, describing white liberals as “dangerous foxes, who also show their teeth to the Negro but pretend that they are smiling.” This reference underscored his broader claim that the DSA, despite its diversity claims, continues to uphold systemic biases against Black Americans. The incident reflects a deepening rift between the DSA and other factions within the Democratic Party, especially among leaders who feel marginalized by the group’s ideological focus. The DSA has long sought influence in New York City, with Mayor Mamdani having previously expressed openness to working with the group. According to reports from Breitbart News, in August, the DSA acknowledged that Mamdani had once suggested that the group could secure the best position to “seize state power.” This alignment has raised alarms among some political observers, who argue that the DSA’s growing influence threatens to shift the Democratic Party further to the left. As Election Day approached, veteran Democratic strategist Hank Sheinkopf warned that a win by socialist candidate Mamdani would signal the decline of traditional Jewish New York and the takeover of the party by radical elements intent on spreading their ideology nationally. These warnings have gained traction among conservative figures such as Rep. Andy Biggs, a Republican and gubernatorial candidate in Arizona, who described the rise of DSA candidates as emblematic of the Democratic Party’s drift toward the hard left. He argued that Democrats had been drawn to the rhetoric of former President Barack Obama, which he equated with Marxist principles, and are now facing the consequences of this ideological shift. Similarly, Rep. Jim Jordan, a Republican from Ohio, voiced concerns about the spread of socialism within the Democratic Party, calling it a threat to national stability. Both lawmakers emphasized the need for greater scrutiny of the DSA’s influence, suggesting that its increasing prominence represents a dangerous evolution in American politics. The situation in New York City remains volatile, with the DSA continuing to gain support among younger voters and progressive activists. Meanwhile, leaders like Richards continue to push back against what they see as an exclusionary movement that fails to address the unique challenges faced by Black communities. As the political landscape shifts, the battle over the direction of the Democratic Party shows no signs of slowing.