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Treston Davis-Faulkner, rest in power
November 3, 2015National Field Director of Jobs With Justice, Davis-Faulkner was a fierce advocate for dignity, justice and self-determination for all people.
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This month in history: Are you aware of manatees?
November 2, 2015This is a time to reflect on the gentle giants that are Florida's official state marine mammal.
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Today in history: “War of the Worlds” on radio causes riots, maybe
October 30, 2015Historical research suggests the panic was far less widespread than newspapers had indicated at the time.
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Today in history: Vocalist/actress Melba Moore celebrates a milestone
October 29, 2015Beatrice Melba Hill, best known by her stage name, Melba Moore, was born on this date in New York City in 1945.
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Today in history: First American woman ambassador appointed
October 28, 2015On this date in 1949, Helen Eugenie Moore Anderson became the first woman to hold the post of U.S. ambassador when she was sworn in by Truman.
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Today in history: Birthday of South African liberation fighter Oliver Tambo
October 27, 2015Oliver Reginald Tambo, anti-apartheid politician and revolutionary, was born on this date in 1917.
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Nurses, at New Orleans gathering, reaffirm backing for Sanders
October 27, 2015"I am incredibly proud that there is finally a candidate speaking to the values I've held my whole life," said one worker.
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Today in labor history: The Erie Canal unites Midwest to East Coast
October 26, 2015Increased immigration filled the need for labor: many of those working on the canal had recently come to the States from Ireland.
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