Red Storm Rising: The Struggle for the American Communist Party

Red Dawn Rising: The Struggle for the American Communist Party chronicles the complex history of the Communist Party USA (CPUSA) from its formation in the early 20th century through its rise, influence, and eventual decline. Red Dawn Rising explores the ideals, struggles, and contradictions of a movement that challenged the status quo and left a lasting, if often overlooked, mark on U.S. politics.

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Red Storm Rising: The Struggle for the American Communist Party

Saturday
May 30

11:00 pm

1 Hour

The complex history of the Communist Party USA (CPUSA), from its formation in the early 20th century through its rise, influence and eventual decline.

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