He and the democrats have a defense for calling their policies socialism. Thei8r policies are more of “third way”, a way that is not quite socialist in that the government does not directly own American businesses, but a way that is not nearly capitalistic. This is a fascistic policy, complete control of industry by holding the carrot and promises of punitive taxes for any dissent. All in the name of the common good!
Mussolini would be proud.