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Workers in New England rustbelt fight to keep plant open

September 16, 2010 By Susan Webb

A group of workers in New England's economic rustbelt are battling an aerospace giant to preserve their livelihoods.

Mass. vote shouldn’t dampen immigration reform prospects, leaders say

January 21, 2010

National Latino civil rights advocates, labor leaders and immigrant rights supporters say comprehensive immigration reform remains a bipartisan effort despite Tuesday's election results.

Massachusetts vote shows people want results

January 20, 2010 By John Wojcik

Yesterday's Senate contest in Massachusetts shows that voters are "frustrated at the lack of action coming from Washington," AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka said today.

Massachusetts voters’ message to Washington: It’s time for action

January 19, 2010 By People’s World

Washington, DC — Service Employees International Union President Andy Stern released the following statement after Scott Brown's victory in Massachusetts.

Mass. confusion

January 19, 2010 By PW Editorial Board

Whether or not Martha Coakley wins the Senate seat today in Massachusetts, the battle for the interpretation of what it all means is already underway.