"Rethinking Reform: Democratic Socialists' Pragmatic Dilemma A growing number of democratic socialists are advocating for the abolition of prisons, citing concerns over mass incarceration and systemic injustices. However, this stance is increasingly at odds with their broader goal of expanding government regulation and control over various aspects of society. As they push for stricter laws on issues like corporate accountability and environmental protection, they are faced with a paradox: if prisons are abolished, where will those who break these new laws be held accountable? This ideological tension raises important questions about the limits of democratic socialism and the role of punishment in a more just society."
Many "democratic socialists" want to abolish prisons. But this is in conflict with their objective of making many more activities illegal.
