National – Page 207 – People's World

Looking back, glancing ahead

January 14, 2016 By Sam Webb

Biggest threat to democracy, economic security, equality, peace, and a livable planet: The Republican Party.

Health care, housing, education top California’s legislative agenda

January 14, 2016 By Marilyn Bechtel

Gov. Brown is calling for "significant increases" for education, health care, environment, and infrastructure spending in the $123 billion 2016-17 general fund.

With Sanders closing in, Clinton says tax the rich

January 14, 2016 By C.J. Atkins

With less than three weeks to go before the first votes are cast in Iowa and several polls showing Bernie Sanders closing in on her, Hillary Clinton is polishing her credentials.

Obama’s State of the Union: A framework for the nation’s future

January 13, 2016 By Larry Rubin

In his final State of the Union address, delivered in Washington last night, President Obama echoed the goals of those seeking progressive change in America.

Mayor De Blasio helps celebrate NY Fight For 15 victory

January 13, 2016 By Estevan Bassett-Nembhard

Mayor de Blasio and the city council have called for $15 in NYC wage but the Republican-led state senate has blocked the desired increase.