U.S.
South Carolina passes anti-immigration law
July 6, 2011South Carolina has become the fifth and latest state poised to enact a draconian anti-immigration law, after Republican Gov. Nikki Haley signed SB 20 last week.
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Chicago top cop links gun policy to racism
July 6, 2011Chicago's top cop says current gun policies facilitate illegal gun trafficking, and equal "government-sponsored racism."
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NBA players to owners: We want a fair deal
July 5, 2011Critics note the NBA just completed its most profitable season ever, pulling in a record $4.3 billion in revenue. And attendance was the fifth-highest total in league history.
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White House to hold Twitter town hall
July 5, 2011The White House will host the first ever "Twitter town hall" Wednesday, July 6, on the economy and the president's plan to create jobs.
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What’s at stake in Minnesota shutdown: video
July 5, 2011A video produced by the Labor Education Service outlines the many public services being affected by the state government shutdown.
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