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Obama carries Florida, progressives make gains
November 13, 2012President Barack Obama has achieved a narrow victory in Florida over Mitt Romney, according to the recount finished on Sat., Nov. 10.
Read moreJanitors slated for Christmas layoff swamp City Hall
November 9, 2012Hundreds of O'Hare Airport workers slated to lose their jobs just before Christmas marched through City Hall today, chanting and waving banners, flags and signs.
Read moreSupermarket workers forced to strike
November 8, 2012"We're not fighting for any extra - just to keep what we have."
Read moreUnions say the vote reflected a changing America
November 8, 2012Union members scored a big victory Nov. 6 by re-electing president Obama. Equally big for them, however, was the success of pro-worker Democrats.
Read moreLabor wins key ballot initiatives
November 8, 2012Referendums in various states can be useful measures of public attitudes on important issues.
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