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Today in history: 800th birthday of the Magna Carta
June 15, 2015On this date in 1215, humanity took one of its greatest steps in the long march toward democracy.
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Kayaktivists in Seattle blockade Shell’s Alaska-bound oil rig
June 15, 2015"Shell wants to haul its Arctic destroyer to Alaska as soon as possible, but these courageous individuals are saying, 'Shell No.' "
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House votes to stand with workers on trade
June 12, 2015"The voices of everyone working to ensure future trade deals safeguard workers and the environment have been heard."
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Today in history: Loving Day celebrates end of interracial marriage ban
June 12, 2015How perfect that Loving Day refers to Richard and Mildred Loving, the couple in the Supreme Court case.
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Leo Gerard: Fast Track wrong for workers and environment
June 11, 2015"Leaders from environmental, labor, civic, and faith groups agree: Fast Track is a bad deal for our climate and our communities."
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Today in history: Author William Styron is born
June 11, 2015Styron was best known for his novels, including "Lie Down in Darkness," "The Confessions of Nat Turner," and "Sophie's Choice."
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Today in history: Novelist Saul Bellow born 100 years ago
June 10, 2015He would become one of America's great postwar authors, examining complex urban antiheroes at war with the society they live in.
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Unions launch ad denouncing N.Y. Rep. Rice’s fast track betrayal
June 9, 2015"Congresswoman Rice's about-face on Fast Track is a complete betrayal to all working men and women across this country."
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