California
Key health reform bills up for vote in California
June 3, 2010Health reform measures in California, with over 8 million uninsured residents, may be of special interest to other states as they, too, start to implement the new federal legislation.
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Rights group says California abuses children
June 3, 2010A recent Human Rights Watch report on California's neglect of children leaving foster care has gained considerable international coverage.
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Border Patrol accused in immigrant death
June 2, 2010Mexican human rights defenders are accusing the U.S. Border Patrol of beating, kicking and tasering a Mexican undocumented immigrant to death in San Diego, Calif.
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Disabled and proud, Californians mark ADA anniversary
June 2, 2010More than 2,000 disabled people and supporters marched to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and to demand no cuts in vital services.
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Bus riders protest 20 percent fare hikes
June 1, 2010Video: Bus Riders Union protests the proposed 20% fare increase for Los Angeles County passengers.
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