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Communists Shifting Defense Lines in Landmark Trial
The 11 Communist leaders on trial for conspiring to overthrow the U S government have repeatedly shifted their defense positions. They began by denying overthrow by force and Moscow control, later admitting violent overthrow could occur but only as a response to perceived oppression. The case nears its end as jurors weigh whether the group is a legitimate party or a criminal conspiracy.
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New York
NEA
America
Harold R. Medina
American Communist Party
Moscow
Russia
Gilbert Keen
Illinois
Gevernment
Green
Truman