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The Paul Lavietes story comes to light: A victory over McCarthyism

September 13, 2016 By Eric A. Gordon

Except for the fact that he did not enjoy the renown of screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, Lavietes' story is just as inspiring.

Republican platform calls for destruction of workers’ rights

September 13, 2016 By Larry Rubin

Here's a comparison between the Democratic and Republican platforms; because the Republicans use coded, twisted language, we've included helpful translations.

National Moral Monday action targets Gov. Rauner in Chicago

September 13, 2016 By Patrick J. Foote

In Chicago, the demand was for Republican Gov. Rauner to "stop killing us" and to facilitate the passage of a budget that prioritizes poor and working families.

Argentine workers march against government’s neoliberal economic policies

September 12, 2016 By Emile Schepers

This demonstration may presage a movement toward unity on the part of the country's traditionally split labor movement.

Kids of color suffer worse outcomes from childhood cancer

September 12, 2016 By Michelle Zacarias

In addition to funding problems for research into childhood cancers, there are also serious disparities in mortality rates.