A derogatory reference to communism, specifically to the Cold War and the (former) Soviet Union. For decades, communism was the ultimate and de-facto enemy of the United States and allies Active wars,
coups, assassinations, espionage, and many other things, were fought/ordered/carried out over the perceived/real worldwide struggle between democracy and communism in the post World War 2 era (1945-1990's). The Vietnam War, Korean War, and
Cuban Missile Crisis being the most notable for obvious reasons.
*This definition is especially important for those who may have no idea/not-sure why other generations in the US have such a strong anti-communism /
anti-communist bias, and because recent history coverage in K-12 is poorly and/or quickly covered in US for a number of reasons.
"Yes children, the commie bastards actually put nuclear weapons and bases in Cuba with
the blessing of
Fidel Castro, and nearly started a
nuclear war from which all your political correctness and 'safe spaces' would not have protected you."
