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On anniversary of free trade deal, Colombian workers face turning point
May 10, 2013After decades of displacement, war and poverty, workers in Colombia face the possibility of a better life.
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So far, Obama resists pressure to attack Syria
May 9, 2013The fact that the president is exercising caution at this point is, for many, a positive change from the Bush-Cheney approach.
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Activists, union leaders attend Peace & Justice Awards Breakfast
May 9, 2013Over 120 union leaders, community, student, faith, and LGBT activists, attended the 21st Annual Hershel Walker 'Peace & Justice' Awards Breakfast here on May 4.
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Today in labor history: Big Bill Haywood tried for murder
May 9, 2013On this day in 1907, union organizer Big Bill Haywood went on trial accused of an explosion that resulted in the death of Frank Steunenberg.
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Maryland abolishes death penalty
May 9, 2013One fallacy of the death penalty, opponents say, is the chance for fatal error.
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