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Video: Socialism’s gonna rise!

Video: Socialism’s gonna rise!

At a recent meeting of the Communist Party in Los Angeles comrades were treated to a new song set to an old rhythm.  Check out the video and sing along!...

October 7, 2016
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This week in our history: Dashiell Hammet, mystery writer died

This week in our history: Dashiell Hammet, mystery writer died

On January 10, 1961 Dashiell Hammett, one of finest writers of mystery novels our country has produced died. A playwright, screenwriter and political activist, Hammett joined the CPUSA in the...

BY: Joe Sims| January 15, 2015
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What is Hanukkah really all about?

What is Hanukkah really all about?

There's no mystery in understanding why Jews, and perhaps most peoples, celebrate a holiday of light at the time of the winter solstice.

BY: Ari Goldman| December 22, 2011
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Life from the Left

Life from the Left

For people with a particular taste in music, Pete Seeger is still a cultural icon. For too many others, mentioning his name gets a blank look and a question: 'Is...

BY: Dallas Morning News| July 19, 2005
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The Meaning of May Day

The Meaning of May Day

May Day, much like other holidays, is an occasion to break bread with family and friends in a festive atmosphere. Who in their right mind could be against that? What...

May 8, 2003
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