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France bombs Mali, complicates mess long in making

January 17, 2013 By Emile Schepers

French military units, including aviation and infantry, have attacked Islamist rebels in Mali since last week.

Today in labor history: Lucy Parsons leads march in Chicago

January 17, 2013 By Special to People’s World

Parsons was described by the Chicago Police Department as "more dangerous than a thousand rioters."

Public option for health care back on the table

January 17, 2013 By John Wojcik

A group of Democratic lawmakers moved quickly yesterday and filed a bill that would give the people of the nation the right to choose a publicly run health insurance plan.

Teamsters win union contract for West Coast port drivers

January 17, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

The Teamsters, after a long organizing campaign and extended bargaining, have won and ratified a first contract for a notable group of West Coast workers.

Teachers praise president’s gun control agenda

January 17, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

Leaders of the nation's two teachers unions praised President Obama and lawmakers who have unveiled comprehensive gun control proposals.