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Biden administration ‘tackling’ difficult border situation, progressives say step up the pace

March 17, 2021 By John Wojcik And C.J. Atkins

Homeland Security Chief Mayorkas defends what he says are attempts to break with Trump policy.

OSHA targets coronavirus inspections to health care, meatpacking firms

March 17, 2021 By Mark Gruenberg

As it carries out Biden’s orders it will focus on going after firms that retaliate against whistleblowers.

A record 6 Native Americans elected to Congress, here’s where they stand on climate

March 16, 2021 By Angely Mercado And Naveena Sadasivam

Indigenous peoples have a critical role to play in the fight against climate change.

Defense argues Floyd family settlement prejudices potential jury in Chauvin trial

March 16, 2021 By Wayne Nealis

Chauvin’s attorney raised questions about the city’s $27 million civil settlement with the Floyd family. Typically, such settlements are announced after the conclusion of a criminal trial.

Maine Medical Center nurses want a union, need support

March 16, 2021 By Sheila Malone RN

University of Southern Maine economics professor Michael Hillard said recently that the union-organizing campaign occurs at a crucial time.