The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is Creating Their Own ‘Red Guard’ – A Militia Network Called the ‘Red Rabbits’ The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has launched an initiative called ‘Red Rabbits,’ a security commission focused on ‘community defense’ and training in tactics like self-defense and protest marshalling. Organizers from various cities have participated in discussions about building a nationwide security apparatus. The DSA’s broader political platform includes radical proposals such as abolishing the Senate and the Supreme Court.

• The DSA is creating a paramilitary group called ‘Red Rabbits’.
• The ‘Red Rabbits’ initiative is focused on ‘community defense’ and training in tactics like armed/unarmed self-defense, blocking intersections, and fighting ‘fascists’.
• Organizers from multiple cities have participated in discussions to create a nationwide security apparatus.
• The DSA has a broader platform that includes abolishing the U.S. Senate, presidency, Supreme Court, and Electoral College.
• The name ‘Red Rabbits’ was chosen for its innocuous nature, contrasting with earlier, more stark proposals.
• Core security skills taught include de-escalation, Stop the Bleed, firearm safety, unarmed self-defense, and protest marshalling.