America is not now, nor has it ever been a "Socialist," country. Without the Democratic Party providing a balance in favor of working people, however, we very likely would have a government, of the oligarchs, by the oligarchs and for the oligarchs. American capitalism, the most successful version, so far, relies on a balance that provides capital for capitalists, a fair living wage for working people and access to help for the poor, unemployed, sick and infirm. That is why people from Communist and Capitalist countries that treat humans inhumanely have fled to our shores for centuries.
Calling me a Communist or Socialist is not just incorrect, it is political laziness. Giving programs titles, like the "Affordable Care Act," which has provided affordable care to millions by partnering with capitalists, is an example of Marketing. In case you are unaware of it, Marketing, is a cornerstone of Capitalism.