budget crisis
In ‘failed state,’ schools face more cuts
March 3, 2010California is at the very heart of what is internationally known as the "American crisis," and its schools are on the chopping block.
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General strike paralyzes Greece
February 24, 2010Greece has been brought to a standstill by a general strike, with up to 2 million workers in a 24-hour stoppage against the government's austerity program.
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Calif. bills would create 140,000 jobs in state
February 11, 2010California legislators are putting jobs creation at the top of their agenda.
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Oregon delivers ‘tax the rich’ message
January 27, 2010Oregon voters sent a message to the nation yesterday, raising taxes on corporations and the wealthy to prevent cuts in education and other public services.
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The battle to defend Social Security
September 2, 2005Saving Social Security from privatization will be a major theme at Labor Day celebrations around the country, as members of Congress prepare to head back to Washington. Working people are determined to put Congress on notice...
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