legislation
Workplace discrimination has no place in America, pass ENDA now
November 5, 2013In 2013, it's difficult to believe that in many parts of the country, it's legal to fire workers for their sexual orientation or gender identity. I
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Judge tosses key part of Texas anti-abortion law
October 29, 2013Federal District Judge Lee Yeakel ruled that restrictions affecting abortion clinic physicians placed an undue burden on women seeking access to such facilities.
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Now is the time for action
October 29, 2013A conference committee has been established, with a Dec. 13 report back date to propose a new budget. Republican Paul Ryan is already discussing cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.
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Calif. governor signs immigrant rights bills
October 9, 2013"While Washington waffles on immigration, California's forging ahead," Brown said in announcing the signings. "I'm not waiting."
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Climate: good news, bad news, really good news
October 8, 2013People no matter where they are can find ways to link up with one or another of these struggles, movements, and organizations. And that's a good reason for our hope for the future of humanity to...
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