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McClatchy newspapers
guardian.co.uk, Friday May 16 2008

The California Senate yesterday passed legislation that would delete membership in the Communist party as a reason for firing a public employee, a Cold War-era prohibition intended to root out communists.

Democratic Senator Alan Lowenthal called communism a "failed system," and said his bill - Senate Bill 1322 - was intended to protect "the constitutional freedoms that we have fought so valiantly for," including freedom of political affiliation.

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A red resurgence

You bet your babushka, baby. But now, the red menace is kind of green.

Matt Kennard
Columbia News Service

May 11 2008

NEW YORK -- The decor inside the national headquarters of the Communist Party USA, or CPUSA, is more Macy's than Marx. Glass walls rise from the floor to form state-of-the-art work spaces, nontoxic linseed oil burnishes the work surfaces, and biodegradable blue carpet is underfoot. Colorful paintings by the renowned artists Boris Taslitzky and Alejandro Romero, depicting the liberation of the Nazi concentration camps and working-class struggle, dot the walls of the expansive open-plan office. Inside their transparent cubicles, the 21-strong staff tap away on Apple Macs and sip Starbucks coffee.

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Last year more than $60,000 came in via the national Sustainers, from
roughly 150 people – which shows the tremendous potential of the
program. Clubs and districts are encouraged to continue to reach
out to friends and supporters for contributions, and to hold local fund
raising events.Donate here

Our fraternal newspaper, the People's Weekly World, has redesigned their website, http://pww.org. It now features daily online articles, multimedia, and even a blog!

We hope you'll consider making the PWW/NM your daily home for progressive news and views.

Can there be a restoration and even an increase in the role and
prominence of US manufacturing in the context of capitalist
globalization today?

Tuesday I went to the Intl Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) library, spoke with the librarian and did some research. At this point, I’m able to write about two aspects relating to the question I took on: that is, transportation generally and particularly developments at U.S. ports in determining a “progressive industrial policy.” For the labor commission next month, after I read the materials I got from the library and perhaps have a follow-up discussion with the librarian, I hope to be able to give a fuller picture.

As concern has grown both over the consequences of global warming and over the loss of well-paying manufacturing jobs in the U.S., much attention has begun to be focused on the “green” economy and “green” jobs.

This pamphlet is published by the Communist Party in support of the Left Wing Programme launched earlier this year, and as a contribution towards the on-going debate about an alternative economic strategy for Britain, with particular reference to restoring the fortunes of Britain’s manufacturing industry. This, it is argued, is essential for an improved rate of economic growth and a more balanced economy, in which the different sectors support one another’s development. It should not be regarded as a blueprint, or an official statement of Communist Party policy, but as a basis for a wide-ranging discussion and new thinking within the labour and trade union movement and beyond.

Communist Party USA documentary circa early 1990's. Narrated By John Randolph. Documents the CPUSA's work and organization. Discusses history of the Communist Party USA, debunks myths and explores social issues. Featuring Gus Hall CPUSA chair 1959-2000, Judith Leblanc Vice chair, Scott Marshall Chair Labor commission, Jarvis Tyner Executive Vice Chair, and Terrie Albano Peoples Weekly World

Prepared for CPUSA Conference March 14-16, 2008
by Art Perlo (aperlo peoplebeforeprofitsnet)
Draft 3c -- Final -- 2008.03.13

• To download PDF Click here

Elena Mora, Organizing Director of the Communist Party USA, went on CNBC to defend the "nationalization" of the Venezuelan oil industry by Hugo Chavez. This originally aired January 31st, 2007.

I’ve always wanted a button that reads, “Workers of the world unite, back by popular demand” — almost as long as I’ve wanted one that says, “May Day, made in the USA.”

May Day 2008 would have been a great time for both.

From the New York State Communist Party Blog

"NEW YORK - Trade unionists, housing activists, and residents of New York City public housing gathered at City Hall today to protest the Bush administration's proposed budget cuts to the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)."

Dynamic is the magazine of the Young Communist League USA. It includes art, politics, and culture written by youth, for youth.

The 2008 Spring Double issues includes articles about the youth impact on the 2008 elections, youth participation in unions, the writer's strike and its impact on a family that struggled through it, and much more!

As of this writing, the Republicans have settled on their nominee, and the U.S. is still in the midst of a Democratic primary race that has energized and mobilized millions of people, especially youth, across the country. In state primary after state primary, record numbers of people have come out to vote, or caucus, to add their voice to the millions debating the question: Who will be the Democratic presidential nominee, Sen. Barack Obama (D-Ill.) or Sen. Hillary Clinton (D-N.Y.)?

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Erica Smiley's Bi-Annual Report to the National Council
April 12-13, 2008; Chicago, IL

POLITICAL CLIMATE

There are so many things I could talk about right now with regards to the state of education, jobs, housing, and the on-going occupation in Iraq. But these days it would be difficult to mention these things without first discussing the 2008 elections.

Where will the money come from for a free post-secondary education and socialized health care system? Will the people drown in taxes? Will you rob the rich and give to the poor?

Most Americans are taught either in school or by their parents and families that we communists want to destroy religion and turn everyone into atheists. Well that's a myth, and not surprisingly started by the US ruling class. Listen to the truth about our relationship to religion and churches. You will be quite surprised.