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"Avante" is a Latin word meaning "forward" and is commonly associated with socialist and communist movements, notably in Italy and Portugal
. It is the name of the official newspaper for the Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) and was also the name of the official newspaper for the Italian Socialist Party, which former fascist dictator Benito Mussolini once edited. Additionally, "Avante!" (or Festa Avante) is the name of a large annual festival held by the Portuguese Communist Party to celebrate socialism.
Italian Socialist Party: Avanti! was the daily official newspaper of the Italian Socialist Party, founded in 1896.
Benito Mussolini served as its editor before he became a fascist leader.
The paper was shut down by the fascist government in 1926 but resumed publication in Italy in 1943.
Portuguese Communist Party:
Avanti! is the official weekly newspaper of the Portuguese Communist Party (PCP).
The PCP also hosts the annual Festa Avante!, a major festival that combines cultural events, music, and political discussions to promote socialist ideals.
The festival celebrates the history of the party and the struggle against the former authoritarian regime, says People's World.
General meaning: The term "Avante!" is often used in socialist chants and songs, such as "Avante, camarade!" ("Forward, comrade!") as a rallying cry for socialist struggle and progress, according to People's World.