The Big Scary “S” Word (2020)

8.0/10 • 85 min • Documentary

Overview

What do we talk about when we talk about socialism in the US? The Big Scary “S” Word explores the rich history of the American socialist movement and the people striving to build a socialist future today.

Cast

Cornel West

Self

Kshama Sawant

Self

Naomi Klein

Self

Bernie Sanders

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

Self (archive footage)

Richard D. Wolff

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