Jobs
Troops coming home from Iraq – can Afghanistan be next?
October 25, 2011As important as the troop withdrawal is what happens to them after they leave. Will they go now to Afghanistan? Will they serve in some other location abroad?
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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.
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In 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.
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Occupy 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...
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Recent college graduates see lower wages
October 20, 2011Workers everywhere are suffering from the economic crisis and jobless "recovery." Some, however, fare better than others.
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