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Unions mount a big push against the Senate filibuster

January 13, 2011 By Mark Gruenberg

Labor and progressive organizations say it is essential to end procedures that have allowed a Republican minority in that body to stall or kill a wide array of progressive legislation.

Blue Shield rate hike sparks calls for regulation

January 13, 2011

With Blue Shield threatening to jack premiums 59 percent, consumers, elected officials and others are demanding legislation to control outrageous insurance rate hikes.

Tucson’s healing moment

January 13, 2011 By Alexander Monarrez Maldonado

TUCSON, Ariz. - The Tucson community awaited President Obama's visit with hope of a positive message that would help us cope with what is now Tucson's darkest moment in the city's history.

Cuomo-friendly business group launches ad campaign

January 13, 2011 By Dan Margolis

The new television commercial about New York state sounds good - so why are labor and community groups worried?

Health reform helps Californians, repeal would be costly

January 13, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

The California Public Interest Research Group (CALPIRG) has released a report detailing what would happen to Californians if repeal happens.