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General Nat Turner, the Black Spartacus in a new play

November 3, 2015 By Ed Rampell

It does not do Turner and his courageous followers justice, but it may be worth seeing for those who know little about one of the most electrifying moments in American history.

Indigenous news: First Nations MPs elected, Day of the Dead history

November 2, 2015 By Andrea Perkins

Last Monday's election was historic for Canada's First Nations community.

This month in history: Are you aware of manatees?

November 2, 2015 By Special to People’s World

This is a time to reflect on the gentle giants that are Florida's official state marine mammal.

Thank you, Rosalyn Baxandall: socialist-feminist pioneer

November 2, 2015 By Nancy Lee

She cared deeply about connections: between teaching and activism, art and labor, history and practice, and above all, between people.

Skeletons as political art: A look at Day of the Dead artist Posada

October 30, 2015 By Barbara Russum

Posada produced an enormous body of work, including not only his political cartoons but also commercial and advertising work.