I hear all the complaints about socialism, and I agree that the picture you paint of it would be horrendous. Nobody I have ever met advocates socialism in that form.
Do you ever read? Check this out: What is Democratic Socialism? - Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)
Do you ever read your own links? Democratic Socialism is nothing like the government run totalitarian state you crazy right wingers portray. It sounds pretty damn good, even if you do hate and fear the word.
Let's have a look! Let's see - the very first line of the page I linked to:
Democratic socialists believe that both the economy and society should be run democratically
Seems pretty clear. First, they want government running things. They want government running both the economy and society. Not sure how you steer around that one, but you're welcome to try.
Let me know if you ever reach that straw you're reaching for.
Nothin', huh?