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New alignment for U.S., Latin America after Panama
May 15, 2015The Western Hemisphere emerged from the Summit of the Americas with a new alignment of forces.
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Some wins, some losses for workers in state battles
May 15, 2015Elections have consequences; Indiana's GOP governor killed prevailing wages and wage theft protection and undermined union organizing rights.
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Democratic flip-floppers let Senate start debating fast-track
May 15, 2015Following arm-twisting from Obama, 10 Senate Democrats who had voted against debate on fast-track changed their positions.
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Today in history: The 1970 killings at Jackson State College
May 15, 2015The Jackson State killings occurred on May 15, 1970, at Jackson State College, a historically Black college.
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Retirees rally at Ohio commission hearing
May 15, 2015Hundreds of retirees and their supporters rallied in connection with hearings held by the White House Commission on Aging.
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