GOP panel cuts 43 education programs
The GOP-run House Education and the Workforce Committee voted 23-16 on party lines May 25 to eliminate 43 elementary and secondary education programs.
Illinois coalition celebrates 25 years of immigrant justice
Hundreds commemorated the 25th anniversary of the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights.
Vermont makes move toward single-payer health care
Vermont has taken the first step towards creating a statewide single-payer government-run health care system.
Other countries ahead of U.S. on electric cars
Where are we in regard to clean energy and fuel-efficient cars in the U.S.? It appears other countries are leading the way.
Couples celebrate new civil union law with "I do"
Chicago hosts a public celebration of the new Illinois civil union law.
Bleak numbers: unemployment rate up, jobs scarce
The unemployment rate rose to 9.1 percent in May, up from April's 9 percent rate, signalling a pause in any economic recovery.
West Virginia race this fall previews 2012 challenges
On the biggest economic issues of the national 2012 elections, the Democratic candidate for governor will be an ally for working class West Virginians, but a weak one.
Rebellion grows against Kasich
With a petition drive to repeal his union-busting law in full swing, Ohio Gov. John Kasich faces growing isolation and sharply declining support.
People’s World hosts awards banquet in New York
Local People's World readers and contributors held their annual Better World Awards banquet May 29, focusing on the fight for quality public education.
Gingrich youth poll test proposal draws fire
Newt Gingrich told assembled voters that young people should be required to take a poll test before being allowed to vote.
