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Michigan says “Stand up for democracy”
March 2, 2012"In this country we are not supposed to have czars or dictators, we are supposed to have elected officials we can hold accountable."
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Georgia sheriff condemns proposed anti-picketing law
March 2, 2012At a press conference yesterday, leaders of numerous civil rights, community, faith, environmental and labor organizations also condemned the bill.
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“Unapologetic:” the Chicago Six in criminal court
March 2, 2012Six undocumented students known as the Chicago Six returned to court after having been arrested during a protest against U.S. immigration policy.
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Public workers leader calls for united action to save union, civil rights
March 2, 2012"You gave voice to what I have been feeling for so long," exclaimed several participants in response to a speech by Raglan George.
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Right-wing blogger Andrew Breitbart dead at 43
March 1, 2012Andrew Breitbart, a right-wing blogger and provocateur known for his attacks on labor, peace, civil rights and a host of other progressive organizations died late last night at the age of 43.
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