U.S.
Media democracy vs. corporations: “Most important issue facing country”
April 11, 2011More than 2,500 activists at the National Conference for Media Reform, April 8-10, discussed the fight to defend and expand freedom of the press in the face of corporate power grabs.
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Ten thousand Ohioans kick off fight to repeal Senate Bill 5
April 11, 2011Thousands gathered at the Ohio Statehouse and chanted "We Are Ohio!" on Saturday at the kickoff rally to repeal Senate Bill 5, Gov. John Kasich's union-busting initiative.
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Army base reopening a step closer
April 11, 2011Prospects for redeveloping the Oakland Army Base moved a step forward last week as the City Council voted to extend its negotiating agreement with developers California Capital Group and AMB Corp.
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Lawmakers back plan to end deportations of children, families
April 11, 2011In a Capitol Hill press conference, Rep. Luis Gutierrez outlined a plan to push for the use of administrative adjustments to stop the deportation and break-up of immigrant families.
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ICE to promote softer image, activists not buying it
April 8, 2011ICE plans to promote a lighter image through a new "community outreach program," but immigrant and community activists are not convinced.
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