Since 2015, the U.S. has witnessed the rise of an insurgent left electoral movement. Not only did Bernie Sanders nearly win the Democratic nomination twice, but socialists across the country have started gaining power – from city councils to congressional seats. But if you’re a socialist who wants to run for office and make people’s lives materially better, how should you start? Jabari Brisport, a Democratic Socialists of America member now serving in the New York State Senate, joins us to explain how you – yes, you! – can win office as a socialist. Join us, and make our work possible: https://www.patreon.com/gravelinstitute​ Institute Merch: https://gravelinstitute.org/merch​ No sources for this video! But if you're interested in reading about how Jabari and others pulled it off, this article is good: https://bit.ly/3qCojFb. And follow Jabari on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JabariBrisport Follow the Institute! Twitter: https://twitter.com/GravelInstitute​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravelinstitute/​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GravelInstitute​ 0:00​ Socialists Are Winning 1:43​ Know Why You're Running 2:55 You Don't Have to Start by Running 4:13 Focus on the Material Issues 5:13 If You Lose, Try Again 6:24 Credits