Jobs
GOP votes to keep teachers and first responders unemployed
October 21, 2011Twice in less than two weeks now, the GOP has killed attempts to put Americans back to work.
Read moreIn Virginia, North Carolina, President Obama touts jobs bill
October 20, 2011Winding up a two-state tour this week, President Barack Obama stumped throughout North Carolina and Virginia, campaign-style, to rally support for the American Jobs Act.
Read moreOccupy Chicago fills the jail with inspiration and solidarity
October 20, 2011On Oct. 15, I was one of the 200 occupiers who were arrested standing up for free speech and assembly and against corporate greed, after Occupy Chicago attempted to establish an encampment at the edge of...
Read moreRecent college graduates see lower wages
October 20, 2011Workers everywhere are suffering from the economic crisis and jobless "recovery." Some, however, fare better than others.
Read moreFrom grime to green: Chinese city transforms
October 19, 2011Shenyang, China - population 8 million - was once heavily polluted by blankets of soot and smog. Now, it is transforming itself into a growing center for green technology.
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