The ‘history’ of the Communist Party is the height of flippancy!
But seriously, the OP is offering good advice that your reply doesn’t address.
Neither does it meet my criteria for ten bucks to Jim.
Anyone that cares to contribute a short statement about their attempt to participate locally would meet that criteria and enlighten the forum!
And how will this “advice” overcome the actions of those who participated in the coronation of the usurper currently in the White House?
If you want to see the real CPUSA, just look at the GOP and the Democratic Party together. Otherwise, books like those written by Skousen are in vain.