Socialists’ tragic ‘ignorance,’ getting the voting act wrong and other commentary
The article discusses various political commentary, focusing on the perceived ignorance of socialists regarding the American Revolution and the Voting Rights Act. It highlights the misinterpretation of the Voting Rights Act, emphasizing that it does not mandate racial gerrymandering. Additionally, it touches on the challenges travelers face with local taxes and the complexities within the Democratic Party regarding anti-Semitism.
- ▪Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez argues that the American Revolution was against billionaires, but this interpretation overlooks the true causes of the Revolution.
- ▪The Voting Rights Act of 1965 does not require states to create congressional districts along racial lines, contrary to popular belief.
- ▪Travelers often face high local taxes and fees, making it difficult to benefit from proposed tax holidays.
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Opinion editorial Socialists’ tragic ‘ignorance,’ getting the voting act wrong and other commentary By Post Editorial Board Published May 18, 2026, 8:27 p.m. ET Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez delivering remarks at a rally. Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google From the right: Socialists’ Tragic ‘Ignorance’ For the last decade, “people have been trying to explain the American left’s socialist turn,” observes The Wall Street Journal’s Matthew Continetti. Here’s one possible explanation: “ignorance.” “You can’t earn a billion dollars,” argued Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, adding that “the American Revolution was against the billionaires of their time.” One problem: “The link between individual effort and reward isn’t always clear.
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