Michigan
John Conyers hailed as 50-year warrior for the people
October 1, 2013If ever someone merited a tribute, Congressman John Conyers Jr., the dean of the Congressional Black Caucus and second longest serving member in the history of the House, certainly fits the bill.
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Fast food workers strike in 60 cities for higher wages
August 30, 2013Fast food workers went on strike in a half dozen Michigan cities as well as over 60 cities, towns and suburbs nationwide, driving home how fast this movement for dignity and a 15 dollar an hour...
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Michigan expands Medicaid despite tea party obstructers
August 28, 2013Add Michigan, barely, to the list of states implementing a key part of Obamacare, the expansion of Medicaid, known locally as the "Healthy Michigan" plan.
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Michigan rally slams Republicans’ “Education Inc.” agenda
June 21, 2013LANSING, Mich. - Pam Kirchens believes that a free quality public education is the cornerstone of a democratic society and that every child in Michigan deserves access to equal and excellent public education.
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Detroit needs emergency action, not an emergency manager
April 24, 2013Detroit is far from the only community feeling the shock of the economic crisis.
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