What is socialism? Even its most prominent advocates seem unsure.

Actress and former gubernatorial candidate Cynthia Nixon failed to provide a coherent definition when she adopted the label and challenged New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo for his seat. But she did describe what socialism is not, as she understands it: It’s not Cuba, China, or Venezuela. The “democratic” part of “democratic socialism” makes sure of that, she said.

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