Today in Labor History: Paul Robeson dies
On January 23, 1976, noted singer and actor Paul Robeson died in Philadelphia.Robeson was also a legendary civil rights and peace leader and athlete.
GOP, despite debt ceiling deal, avoids real issues
House Republicans have not changed their ransom demands. They've simply chosen a different hostage. For now.
Move to expand Medicaid in Missouri
"We have an opportunity to expand Medicaid here in Missouri. We have an opportunity to give security to over 250,000 people who currently do not have health care."
March on Washington for Gun Control set for Jan. 26
Marchers will gather at 10 a.m. at the Capitol Reflecting Pool on 3rd St. NW.
Bill will let undocumented Illinoisans drive
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn declared he would sign into law a bill that would grant three-year state driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants .
Gun control action will rely on grassroots organizing
From the White House to anti-violence groups, it's widely agreed that grassroots mobilizing holds the key.
New York Stop and Frisk police harassment found unconstitutional
A federal judge has found the NYPD policy of "stop and frisk" unconstitutional.
GOP desperate to kill any further taxes on the rich
The Republicans are going even further, however, threatening that unless Social Security and Medicare are cut, the GOP might kill the entire economy.
Immigrants, allies call for halt to deportations, path to citizenship
A coalition of immigrant groups and community allies kicked off a 1,000-mile caravan to Washington, D.C here on Jan. 3, with a press conference at Orlando City Hall.
Ten Commandments monument spurs controversy in Oklahoma
The American Civil Liberties Union is considering challenging the placement of a Ten Commandments monument near the Oklahoma state Capitol.
