economy
After Sanders filibuster, tax deal passes and moves to House
December 14, 2010WASHINGTON-- Capitol Hill resounded with angry denunciations of the Republican right for holding "hostage" unemployment benefits for millions of jobless workers to force through tax giveaways for billionaires.
Read moreMaking a judgment on the tax deal
December 8, 2010Looking beneath the furor: what progressives should keep in mind about the tax and unemployment insurance deal.
Read moreParty of the rich: it’s disgusting
December 7, 2010Instead of GOP, Republicans deserve the nickname "ROP" - Rich Only Party, and here's why.
Read moreJobless benefits vs. taxes: deal or no deal?
December 7, 2010Having a showdown fight on taxes, when the workers have to take a big hit at the get-go, is an invitation to greater divisions.
Read more25,000 Ohioans sign to “protect, preserve” Social Security
December 7, 2010Dozens of senior activists rallied at the Cleveland AFL-CIO headquarters Monday to "Protect, Preserve and Pass Along Social Security and Medicare" and to "protest the continuing assault on retirees."
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