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Calif. Republican faces sharp challenge
October 18, 2010California's 3rd congressional district is emerging as one place where an incumbent Republican is on shaky ground in the Nov. 2 midterm elections.
Read moreTeamster rack up four organizing wins
October 18, 2010The Teamsters racked up four organizing wins in late September and early October, including the first-ever union win under new voting rules.
Read moreAfrican American leaders launch Illinois voter drive
October 15, 2010CHICAGO - African American community leaders have announced a drive to turn out 100,000 votes in Cook County for Gov. Pat Quinn, a Democrat running for re-election.
Read moreWashington state Dems on a roll, vow fight for jobs
October 15, 2010With street-corner "waves" and grassroots energy, Washington state Democratic incumbents Norm Dicks and Patty Murray are "on a charge" to win.
Read moreIllinois celebrates Lilly Ledbetter Day: equal pay for equal work
October 15, 2010CHICAGO - Illinois Governor Pat Quinn honored Lilly Ledbetter Oct. 14 for her struggle to win equal pay for women.
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