Labor, environment, rights groups launch campaign for Internet expansion
The Communications Workers of America, NAACP and the Sierra Club have come together to launch a campaign for what they say is a much needed faster and more available Internet in the United States.
DREAM Act hunger strikers to end strike after 40 days
After going up to 40 days without food to show their determination to get the DREAM Act passed, strikers will take their first meal at the United Methodist Church.
Communications workers, Sen. Harkin lead fight for filibuster reform
WASHINGTON (PAI) - Saying senatorial filibusters rob workers of legislation they want and need, the Communications Workers are leading a new coalition, unveiled Dec. 15, behind Iowa Democratic Sen. Tom Harkin's filibuster reform plan.
NY governor bans fracking - for now
Residents concerned about the safety of their towns and drinking water won a first victory over "fracking" as outgoing Gov. David Paterson signed an order banning the practice until July.
Families arrested at bank in foreclosure protest [with video]
Several families moved their belongings outside of a Chase Bank branch in an act of civil disobedience - and were arrested.
White House makes final push for DREAM Act
The Obama administration stepped up its campaign to overcome a possible Republican filibuster of the DREAM Act.
Are immigrants good for America?
According to demographers, city planners and others, in order to replace an aging workforce, the U.S. desperately needs more immigrants, and they need access to quality education.
Interfaith rally pushes public option forward in Connecticut
A large interfaith rally Dec. 14 demaned implementation of a state public option that would bring residents the full benefit of national health care.
Surprise! Republican judge rules against health care law
A federal judge in Virginia ruled that one part of President Barack Obama's signature health care reform law is unconstitutional, which comes after two other federal judges ruled it was constitutional, setting up an eventual showdown in the Supreme Court.
Tax cut deal: “A tremendous sacrifice” says Solis
"Right now we've made a tremendous sacrifice," Secretary of Labor Hilda Solis said. "There's no pleasure in us giving the high income tax bracket these cuts."
