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Vermont makes move toward single-payer health care
June 3, 2011Vermont has taken the first step towards creating a statewide single-payer government-run health care system.
Read moreOther countries ahead of U.S. on electric cars
June 3, 2011Where are we in regard to clean energy and fuel-efficient cars in the U.S.? It appears other countries are leading the way.
Read moreCouples celebrate new civil union law with “I do”
June 3, 2011Chicago hosts a public celebration of the new Illinois civil union law.
Read moreBleak numbers: unemployment rate up, jobs scarce
June 3, 2011The unemployment rate rose to 9.1 percent in May, up from April's 9 percent rate, signalling a pause in any economic recovery.
Read moreWest Virginia race this fall previews 2012 challenges
June 3, 2011On the biggest economic issues of the national 2012 elections, the Democratic candidate for governor will be an ally for working class West Virginians, but a weak one.
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