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Justices could increase big-money hold on state courts
February 9, 2015Most voters know little about judicial candidates. Money influences judicial campaigns far more than it does campaigns for Congress.
Read moreTime to save the children
February 4, 2015Solutions are possible. Much will depend on whether the political will can be mustered. That will depend on mass struggle.
Read moreNative children assaulted by a group of South Dakota hockey fans
February 4, 2015"The actions of the men in the VIP suite was despicable, humiliating and devastating to these children's well-being and safety."
Read more“Healthy Florida” plan may expand Medicaid in Sunshine State
February 2, 2015Scott's support for expansion is very carefully limited, however.
Read moreLabor-backed alliance to push bold agenda in Oregon capitol
January 29, 2015One fourth of Oregon's workforce - 412,000 workers - are in "low-wage" occupations with a median annual income of under $12 an hour.
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