September 17, 2026
America’s Socialists Want a New Political System. Here’s What That Means
With Allan and Corri Hunsperger · Guest: Richard C. Lyons
Richard C. Lyons, author of The DNA of Democracy trilogy, examines the growth of the Democratic Socialists of America and its push for major changes to the American political system. From proposals to abolish the Senate and replace the presidency and Supreme Court, to the role of healthcare, education and government power, Lyons looks to history to explain why he believes the battle between socialism and individual liberty is reaching a critical point in America. He also discusses the foundations of the U.S. Constitution, the role of faith and the lessons he believes Americans have forgotten about the rise of authoritarian governments.
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In this episode
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- 00:00 - Introduction
- 01:11 - Guest comes in: Richard C. Lyons
- 01:31 - How the Democratic Socialists of America grew
- 03:39 - Lyons on tyranny and individual liberty
- 04:37 - Is the battle spiritual?
- 06:44 - The Ten Commandments, law and socialism
- 08:12 - How to recognize the markers of tyranny
- 08:39 - The DSA’s plans for America’s political system
- 09:55 - Was COVID a test of government power?
- 11:33 - Why the DSA shouldn’t be dismissed
- 12:46 - Socialist organizers first, legislators second
- 14:20 - Liberty versus tyranny
- 15:55 - Healthcare as a means of government control
- 17:19 - Education, universities and ideology
- 20:09 - Does history repeat itself?
- 20:53 - America at a fork in the road
- 23:39 - The DNA of Democracy trilogy
- 25:47 - Psalm 24:1–2
- 25:59 - Romans 9 and the mercy of God
- 27:23 - Living in Truth and supporting Talk Truth
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