Budget – Page 29 – People's World

Montanans protest Republican assault on working families, environment

February 22, 2011 By Jesse Jack

Montanans assembled at the State Capitol on President's Day to reject the ultra-right state legislature's assault on working families.

Controversy brews over Calif. redevelopment agencies

February 22, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

A controversy is brewing over Gov. Jerry Brown's proposal to do away with local Redevelopment Agencies and return their functions to local governments.

Snyder budget means more pain for Michigan workers

February 18, 2011 By John Rummel

The budget reduces business taxes by $1.8 billion. This deficit-creating proposal is made up for by increasing taxes on seniors and families by $1.7 billion.

Teachers and students support Obama’s education budget

February 16, 2011 By Pepe Lozano

President Obama's education budget is being applauded as a sign of the administration's commitment to public schools and higher education.

Doomsday scenario for Calif. budget cuts

February 16, 2011 By Marilyn Bechtel

Brown’s proposals call for some $12.5 billion in cuts, mostly to programs serving human needs.