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Today in labor history: First recorded strike in Egypt, maybe ever

November 23, 2015 By Special to People’s World

On this day in the year 1170 BCE, the first recorded strike took place against the building of pyramids.

Dear Gov. Snyder: Syrian refugees are welcome in my home

November 23, 2015 By Michael Moore, filmmaker

"Contrary to your declaration of denying refugees a home, I am going to defy your ban and will offer MY home in Traverse City, Michigan."

Saudi Arabia is stumbling

November 20, 2015 By Conn Hallinan

Its first stumble was a strategic decision last fall to undermine competitors by upping oil production and, thus, lowering the price.

Is “pitiless war” the best leaders can offer these days?

November 19, 2015 By Vijay Prashad

A week of horrible carnage, and more pain as the powerful take refuge in clichéd policies that once again turn the wheel of violence.

Real progress possible at coming Paris climate summit

November 13, 2015 By Marc Brodine

Hopes are growing for meaningful progress at the UN-sponsored climate change negotiations in Paris, while the need for such action becomes ever more clear.