Government
White House says it’s eliminating useless rules, but not deregulating
May 26, 2011For the first time in history, the federal government has undertaken a "look back" to eliminate anachronistic, redundant or unwarranted regulations.
Read moreCongressional Black Caucus would boost social programs & revenue
April 19, 2011Continuing a 30-year-long tradition, the Congressional Black Caucus April 14 presented its alternative budget for fiscal 2012 to the U.S. House of Representatives.
Read moreRepublicans show government shutdown is their aim
April 6, 2011Republicans are exposing their determination to force a government shutdown, regardless of any Democratic concessions.
Read moreMiami labor sees recall as “democracy for sale”
March 15, 2011MIAMI - According to polls, Miami-Dade County residents will likely recall both the mayor and a county commissioner. But not everyone - especially not labor - is excited.
Read moreFacing benefit cutoff, jobless “99ers” organize
February 7, 2011Activists note official unemployment in Connecticut has more than doubled to about 170,000 since 2007, with no sign of improvement. It's a crisis for the entire state and demands emergency attention, they say.
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