The Democratic Socialists of America in dire financial situation

The Democratic Socialists of America are in a financial crisis amid support for pro-Palestinian rallies that may force job cuts and layoffs. According to the New York Post, members of the DSA acknowledged in a statement the seven-figure debt they are facing. “We will cut $500,000 from staff-related expenses. We will first ask for volunteers from both director-level and bargaining unit staff to have their position cut and receive severance,” they said. “If necessary, we will then explore initiating lay-offs according to the DSA union’s contract.” The DSA have recently involved themselves with the pro-Palestine movement, something that Jewish activists have said has ruined their reputation and credibility. Founder of Zioness, Amanda Berman, spoke about how the DSA put itself in its financial hole. “DSA long ago fell into the trap of becoming so radical in the name of ‘justice’ that they abandoned the mission of the progressive movement,” she said.