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Labor, progressives, manufacturers meet: ‘Think big & bold’ to rebuild economy

October 30, 2009 By Matt Murtagh

WASHINGTON — A jam-packed conference here Oct. 29 demanded bold action for a new, green manufacturing economy.

“No contract, no work,” says Philadelphia transport union

October 30, 2009 By Rosita Johnson

Transport Workers Union (TWU) Local 234 has voted to authorized a strike at the end of this week, if continuing negotiations do not result in a contract by October 31

UN General Assembly denounces U.S. blockade of Cuba

October 30, 2009 By Emile Schepers

For the 18th consecutive year, the United Nations General Assembly on Wednesday voted to condemn the economic blockade that the United States has maintained against socialist Cuba.

Pelosi announces the House health plan

October 29, 2009 By John Wojcik

After months of struggle by a growing movement outside and inside the halls of Congress, House Democrats released a health care reform plan.

Congress probes link between football and brain damage

October 29, 2009

Roger Goodell, commissioner of the National Football League, faced heated questions accusing the league of neglect of its responsibilities to players with brain injuries.