# November 7 as Victims of Communism Day – 2026

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/november-7-as-victims-of-communism-day-2026/
- Published: 2026-11-07T15:30:43+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-07T16:25:29+00:00
- Original publisher: Reason (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://reason.com/volokh/2026/11/07/november-7-as-victims-of-communism-day-2026/
- Topics: Politics

## Key points

- The author proposes 7 November as an alternative date to remember communism’s victims.
- The date marks the creation of the first communist regime in Russia.
- The article cites an estimate of 80 to 100 million deaths.

## Summary

The author argues that 7 November should be considered as a day to commemorate victims of communism, as an alternative to 1 May. The date marks the establishment of the first communist regime in Russia and, the author says, avoids potential disagreement with people who associate 1 May with its earlier labour movement traditions.

The author has advocated 1 May since 2007, saying it reflects communism as a global movement, but is open to another date if it gains broader support. They note that 7 November can fall close to US election day, which may distract attention. Citing *The Black Book of Communism*, the article gives an estimated death toll of 80 to 100 million and argues that commemorating victims could also help reduce the risk of future atrocities.

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