Why Young People Are Drawn to Communism

On Q&A Friday, Todd examines why socialism and communism are gaining appeal among younger Americans despite their devastating historical record. Using an Armstrong Williams column as a springboard, he considers how distance from the Cold War, financial crises, student debt, unaffordable housing, stagnant wages, and disappointment with institutions shape the next generation’s outlook. Todd argues that conservatives must answer sincere questions with honesty and persuasion, distinguish free markets from government-distorted systems, acknowledge real corruption without surrendering liberty, and ground freedom in moral truth and America’s founding principles.