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What nation in the western hemisphere right on America's doorstep became pro-Communist in 1959?

Cuba, led by Fidel Castro, became pro-Communist in 1959 after the Cuban Revolution. Castro overthrew the Batista regime, leading to the establishment of a Communist government aligned with the Soviet Union.


What were the expected benefits of Prohibition in America and did they align with the actual outcomes?

The expected benefits of Prohibition in America were to reduce crime, improve public health, and promote moral values. However, the actual outcomes did not align with these expectations. Prohibition led to an increase in organized crime, illegal alcohol production and distribution, and did not significantly reduce alcohol consumption.


What influence did the cold war have on Latin America?

The Cold War had a significant impact on Latin America, as the United States and the Soviet Union engaged in proxy wars and supported opposing factions in the region. This led to political instability, increased militarization, and human rights abuses in many Latin American countries. Additionally, U.S. interventions in the region during this time often prioritized anti-communist agendas over democracy and human rights.


Did America have communism?

The U.S. has always been a democracy, though isolated "communes" which embrace the spirit of communism are known to have existed at various points in our history.


What unions affiliated with the communist party?

While the term "communist" is very loaded in the United States, and is often used as an insult when political conservatives want to express disapproval of policies they believe are too left-wing, there is little credible evidence of communist influence in the United States today, and there are no labor unions which are affiliated with the Communist Party. But there was a time when the Communist Party made a serious effort to become involved with unions. A good example is during the Great Depression, when a number of communists organized and took a strong stand for workers' rights; they also fought against racism and spoke out against the excessive control that a small number of conglomerates had on the economy. There is still considerable disagreement among historians about how much actual influence these communists had within the unions, but there definitely were some activists in several of the trade unions who were affiliated with the communist movement and who assumed leadership roles. Similarly, there were accusations in a few conservative newspapers of the 1930s that communists had infiltrated some of the teachers' unions of that time, although again, it is difficult to know to what degree this actually occurred, as opposed to how much of the press coverage was motivated by politics. The American version of the communist movement tried to present itself as somewhat autonomous, not always in lockstep with the Soviet Union. It appealed to members of the extreme political left, but it also appealed to people who were concerned with improving the conditions and pay of workers, or who wanted to fight for obtaining equal treatment under the law for black people. The leaders of the American Communist Party presented a public image as a group that fought tirelessly for the working class; when they gave radio speeches or were interviewed by the press, they stressed that their focus was on defeating the greedy corporations and securing more rights for workers, whether mine-workers, farmers, or factory-workers. Historians have found solid evidence that some party members did in fact believe the Soviet Union was a utopia and wanted to bring that system to the USA, and some may indeed have spied on Americans for the Soviets. But not all American communists shared those views. And the communists who became involved in union organizing seemed sincerely motivated by a desire to elevate the workers. That said, whether their motives were good or whether they were devious, the Communist Party never had a large number of followers, even during the worst years of the Depression. There were people who appreciated their efforts in union organizing or defending workers' rights, but that did not translate to overtly supporting communist policies or voting for communist candidates. A good example is when the party's leader, Earl Browder, ran for president in 1936: he only received about 79,000 votes nationwide, whereas perennial Socialist candidate Norman Thomas received over 187,000; both badly trailed the winner, President Roosevelt, who got nearly 28 million votes. And to this day, while a Communist Party does still exist in the United States, it has little if any influence politically, and few Americans could name its current leaders.

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What was the goal of the unemployed councils organized by the communist party of America?

To get more government aid for people who were out of work.


When did Communist League of America end?

Communist League of America ended in 1934.


When was Communist League of America created?

Communist League of America was created in 1928.


How many local councils are in the Boy Scouts of America?

There are 296 local councils as of July 2011 plus Direct Service.


What was the reaction in America to the Communist takeover of China?

What was the reaction in America to the Communist takeover if China?


When was Communist Labor Party of America created?

Communist Labor Party of America was created in 1919.


Who are the communist party of America organized?

The Communist Party of America (CPA) was organized in 1919, following the Russian Revolution and the establishment of the Communist International. It emerged from factions within the Socialist Party of America that sought a more radical approach to socialism. The CPA aimed to promote Marxist-Leninist principles and advocate for workers' rights, but faced significant repression during the Red Scare and later struggles within the broader leftist movements in the U.S. Despite its challenges, the party has continued to exist in various forms, focusing on issues like labor rights, social justice, and anti-capitalism.


How many unemployed people live in America?

About six million.


What nation is not Communist?

America?


Is cuba and Peru the only communist state in latin America?

Peru isn't communist...


When did Communist Labor Party of America end?

Communist Labor Party of America ended in 1920.


How are these large families organized in Latin America?

how are the families of Latin organized