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College Students Divided: Socialism vs. Capitalism Sparks Controversy

10/6/2025

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A Buckley Institute survey finds U.S. college students divided on socialism vs capitalism, with humanities majors leaning socialist.
Many students believe government-run grocery stores could address hunger.
About 40% think violence may be justified to prevent "hate speech."
Left-leaning students more often support disrupting speakers they disagree with.
Concerns persist about political violence among younger Americans.

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Story summary

A Buckley Institute survey finds U.S. college students divided on socialism vs capitalism, with humanities majors leaning socialist.
Many students believe government-run grocery stores could address hunger.
About 40% think violence may be justified to prevent "hate speech."
Left-leaning students more often support disrupting speakers they disagree with.
Concerns persist about political violence among younger Americans.