Democracy Spring kicks off in Philly
Activists have begun a march that they say will culminate with a massive civil disobedience action in the nation's capital.
Labor ally Donna Edwards leading in Maryland Senate race
Spring came early in Maryland this year - the pollen count is sky high, a G.I. flu has broken out, and there is a red hot election going on.
Handing out news to the 99%...and paying for it!
"The photo brought back happy recollections of my adventures handing out many thousands of our paper at plant gates, in my neighborhood or at huge demonstrations."
Sanders, Clinton neck and neck in Nevada
The latest CNN poll indicates that the outcome of the Democratic Party caucuses, taking place across Nevada tomorrow, are still too close to call.
Philly coalition presses the fight for public schools, resists charter blitz
The fight to save and improve the city of Philadelphia's public schools has a long history.
Today in history: Tom Hayden turns 76 (that’s the spirit!)
In addition to being an editorial board member and columnist for The Nation, Hayden regularly publishes his commentary in other major media.
Today in history: Anna Louise Strong is born, changes worlds
Strong was employed by the New York Evening Post to report on the bloody massacre and the armed guards hired by Everett mill owners to keep the IWW out of town.
Labor launches Latino voter education program
The Labor Council for Latin American Advancement launched a national campaign aimed at educating Latinos on the importance of voting.
House passes highway-transit bill, delays rail safety
"We need to increase investments in our infrastructure and focus on the areas that will truly help create jobs and support our economy."
Today in history: It’s German-American Day
Originally known as"German Day," the holiday was celebrated for the first time in Philadelphia in 1883.
