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
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A look at the influence and inner squabbling of a forgotten American political movement. (56m 46s)
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Red Storm Rising: The Struggle for the American Communist Party is presented by your local public television station.
Distributed nationally by American Public Television