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Battle over food aid, livelihoods, and jobs
April 11, 2013The president's 2014 budget proposal modifies the Food for Peace program by eliminating purchases of food from U.S. producers and moving to local/regional purchasing.
Read moreA Chicago neighborhood fights for its school
April 11, 2013The action at Herbert is one of 61 school closures, mergers and turnarounds announced by CPS. It will be the largest number of school closures in U.S. history.
Read moreMove money from wars to jobs and education? Let’s discuss
April 11, 2013Tax Day, April 15, is a good time to reflect on the country's federal spending priorities. Especially during this deep economic and jobs crisis.
Read moreDems to push job creation package
April 11, 2013House Democrats will roll out a new package of "Make It In America" manufacturing-centered jobs creation bills, one of their top leaders announced on April 9.
Read moreSharp drop in mine deaths and injuries
April 10, 2013Deaths and injuries in the nation's mines, including its coal mines, fell in 2012 to some of their lowest recorded levels.
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