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Philly school “restructure” plan meets stiff opposition
April 30, 2012As this city's School Reform Commission prepares to roll out a plan for the radical "restructuring" of one of the nation's largest school districts, resistance is building.
Read moreChicagoans organize to keep health clinics open
April 27, 2012Patient advocate N'Dana Carter chaired the conference. She reminded everyone that the clinic was reopened under the influence of a community protest.
Read moreDespite negativity of some, metal fans join in today’s struggle
April 27, 2012When Dave Mustaine made a number of homophobic comments and supported GOP presidential candidate Rick Santorum, much of the metal community was in uproar.
Read moreJustices skeptical about parts of Arizona immigration law
April 27, 2012Where Arizona and federal laws differ is that Arizona has higher penalties against only the workers and presumes they're undocumented, forcing them to prove their legality.
Read moreForeclosed tenants tell bank: Let us stay!
April 27, 2012Though legal papers to evict them have yet to be filed, the bank, which now owns the building, is pressing the families to leave.
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