U.S. – Page 1711 – People's World

Senate clears the way for health reform vote

December 21, 2009 By Tim Wheeler

WASHINGTON— In the wee hours of a snowbound Monday morning the U.S. Senate voted 60 to 40 to terminate debate and move toward a final vote on health care reform legislation before they adjourn for Christmas.

U.S., Russia readying pact to slash nuclear weapons

December 21, 2009 By Susan Webb

The U.S. and Russia are close to an agreement that will make major cuts in their nuclear stockpiles. It is seen as a step in the direction of complete nuclear disarmament.

Farmers vs. USDA in bias lawsuits

December 21, 2009 By Teresa Albano

For farmers, when disaster strikes, they could go to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to get an emergency loan to save a crop or a herd of cattle.

Dallas residents celebrate Day of the Immigrants

December 21, 2009 By Brandon Berrios

Every day, immigrants are leaving behind their homelands in search for the American dream. Their stories of struggle and hardships may never be heard.

Afghan war hurts domestic agenda, Mich. peace leader says

December 21, 2009 By John Rummel

"War is subverting the domestic agenda," Dr. Prasad Venugopal told peace activists. "There is no room for despair in the peace movement because a lot of lives depend on it."