Victor Davis Hanson warns of ideological overlap between US Muslim politicians and socialist groups

Victor Davis Hanson argues that a growing alignment exists between radical Muslim activists and Western socialist or Marxist movements, particularly among progressive politicians in the United States. He cites members of Congress such as Ilhan Omar, Rashida Tlaib and Zohran Mamdani as examples of Muslim officials who identify with socialist ideas, questioning how their religious beliefs reconcile with socialist positions on issues like LGBTQ rights.

Hanson contrasts Islamic doctrine, stating “Islam believes in Allah, and that’s it. All other people who are non‑believers are doomed to hell,” with Marxist theory that treats religion as “the opiate of the masses.” He suggests that the combination of these viewpoints creates internal contradictions within the political left.

The commentary reflects broader concerns about the compatibility of religious conservatism and left‑wing politics in Western democracies.