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Protests continue vs. cuts in Calif.’s public higher education

December 17, 2009 By Marilyn Bechtel

Despite looming finals and the oncoming holidays, students, staff and faculty at California's public colleges and universities continue to protest.

Gutierrez, Ortiz introduce progressive immigration reform bill

December 17, 2009 By Emile Schepers

On Tuesday December 15, Reps. Luis Gutierrez, D-Ill., and Solomon Ortiz, D-Tex., announced a new comprehensive immigration reform bill in the House of Representatives.

NYC transit cuts: byproduct of giveaways to the rich

December 16, 2009 By Dan Margolis

Once again, city straphangers are being threatened by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

Obama, senators push for health care vote

December 16, 2009 By Tim Wheeler

Despite anger over Sen. Joe Lieberman's sabotage of a public option, Senate Democrats are pushing hard for a floor vote on health care reform.

Student wins deportation battle

December 16, 2009

Like thousands of undocumented youth living in the U.S., Rigoberto Padilla has led a normal life. He graduated from high school, enrolled in college, and joined the honor society.