The Left Needs to Have More Fun
Nobody wants to join a boring movement. Socialists can’t change the world if we aren’t providing people with a good time.
If Eugene Debs were alive today, he would be the first to put his five bucks in the hat to rent a bouncy castle for our next socialist social event. (Christina House / Los Angeles Times)
Why has the US right since the 1970s been more effective than the Left at grassroots community organizing? Part of the answer is that our side has no events with bouncy castles.
We have a lot to learn from the Waldoboro Republicans’ recent “Great American Picnic” in Maine:
For children, there will be a “Bouncy House” as well as assorted games to play. For those who want to “take a whack” at something, there will be a “High Striker” available for those looking to try and ring the bell. There will also be some young rabbits available to purchase, as well as a chance to win door prizes.
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