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Communications workers, Sen. Harkin lead fight for filibuster reform
December 20, 2010WASHINGTON (PAI) - Saying senatorial filibusters rob workers of legislation they want and need, the Communications Workers are leading a new coalition, unveiled Dec. 15, behind Iowa Democratic Sen. Tom Harkin's filibuster reform plan.
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NY governor bans fracking – for now
December 20, 2010Residents concerned about the safety of their towns and drinking water won a first victory over "fracking" as outgoing Gov. David Paterson signed an order banning the practice until July.
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Families arrested at bank in foreclosure protest [with video]
December 17, 2010Several families moved their belongings outside of a Chase Bank branch in an act of civil disobedience - and were arrested.
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Chicago grassroots to mayoral candidates: we want a people’s agenda
December 17, 2010CHICAGO - What are the most urgent issues this city's next mayor must address? That question was mulled by over 2,000 grassroots community activists Dec. 14 in a political style convention.
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White House makes final push for DREAM Act
December 17, 2010The Obama administration stepped up its campaign to overcome a possible Republican filibuster of the DREAM Act.
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