Papers, 1940-1967.

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Papers, 1940-1967.

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Correspondence, reports, bulletins, and other items, relating to Socialist Workers Party, including the split within the party and founding of Young Socialist Alliance (U.S.); founding of Young Socialists (Canada); activities in Michigan; anti-fascist work; and international political and economic conditions. Correspondents include Martin Abern, Farrell Dobbs, Albert Goldman, and Leon Trotsky.

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