U.S.
Florida’s economy lags behind nation; low wages contribute
September 12, 2012Florida workers were hit hard by the Great Recession and the economic recovery is coming to them more slowly than their counterparts in other states across the nation.
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As wolves lose protection, activists keep issue in their crosshairs
September 11, 2012Concerned activists noted that the "delisting" of wolves leaves them vulnerable to the state government's hostile agenda, which involves drawing up plans for an autumn slaughter.
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Editor Tim Wheeler saluted by family, friends and fans
September 11, 2012They came from Connecticut and Illinois - and just down the street: Family, neighbors and activists honored veteran political and labor journalist Tim Wheeler with a special tribute dinner.
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Chicago teachers strike for good schools
September 11, 2012Declaring "enough is enough," 28,000 Chicago public school teachers, paraprofessionals, clinicians, social workers and counselors went on strike September 10.
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MO AFL-CIO Convention: Focus on elections and ballot initiatives
September 11, 2012"There couldn't be a clearer choice. The up-coming November elections are about two very different and distinct paths for our country."
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