Gustavo Gordillo Takes Socialist Pitch to Fox News in 8th DSA Appearance

1 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Aug 9

Gustavo Gordillo, co-chair of New York City’s Democratic Socialists of America chapter, spent nearly 15 minutes on Fox News arguing over homeless encampments, the Senate and city-owned grocery stores.
One exchange drew the sharpest attention: Gordillo said if city-run stores cut prices enough to drive private grocers out, “maybe they shouldn’t have been in that business in the first place,” leaving host Martha MacCallum briefly silent.
The interview was one of eight Fox appearances last month by a DSA leader or candidate, reflecting a broader push by young socialists to carry their message into openly hostile media spaces.
That outreach comes as socialist candidates in New York, Michigan, Colorado and elsewhere notch primary wins, with leaders like Gordillo arguing the movement’s breakout moment should not be wasted.