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In Obama’s hometown, people still believe
January 27, 2010CHICAGO—It's just another cold day in the Windy City. People are going to work and school, picking up groceries, or putting in their application for help to pay their heating bill.
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Jobless rate declared dire emergency
January 26, 2010WASHINGTON—Lawrence Mishel, president of the Economic Policy Institute told a Senate hearing Jan. 21 that unemployment is a "dire emergency" that requires federal action "on a scale that can make a difference."
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Finding that work-family balance
January 26, 2010I’m always a sucker for certain headlines at the grocery store check out line.
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Obama brings ‘shot in the arm’ to hard-hit Ohio
January 25, 2010ELYRIA, Ohio - Lorain County, ravaged by closed plants, budget crises and double-digit unemployment, gave President Obama an enthusiastic welcome Friday.
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Massachusetts election lesson: “Don’t Mourn, Organize!”
January 25, 2010"Don't Mourn, Organize!" This is the growing call from labor and progressive forces following the upset election in Massachusetts.
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