A.C.T.O.R. Presents A Conversation on Socialism with Bill Fletcher, Jr.
Date and Time
Feb 22, 2026 5:00 pm
Location
Shirlington
4251 S. Campbell Ave, Arlington, Virginia, 22206
Feb 22, 2026 5:00 pm
Shirlington
As we watch today's growing income inequality, many of us are questioning whether our economic system truly serves us. Our interest in socialism has really grown, especially among Gen Z as they are inspired by leaders such as Zohran Mamdani and other Democratic Socialists like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez(AOC). But for many socialism remains misunderstood, misrepresented and reduced to a caricature of socialism versus communism.
This month A.C.T.O.R. invites participants to explore what socialism actually means, how it differs from US. Capitalism and how socialist ideas have long shaped American struggles for labor rights, Racial Justice and democracy. Our featured speaker, Bill Fletcher Jr., a long-time labor activist, Marxist and respected voice in Black radical political tradition will lead our discussion as we examine socialism not as an abstract ideology but as a living framework rooted in real movements for economic and social justice.
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A.C.T.O.R. (A Continuing Talk on Race) is a public discussion series. It provides the opportunity for people to come together and speak openly and honestly about issues of race, class and culture. The intent is that each person walks away from the discussion feeling something: challenged, educated, uncomfortable, enlightened, refreshed, reassured and hopefully inspired and moved to action!
On the last Sunday of each month, there is a new topic for discussion
