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Today in Labor History: General strike in New Orleans
November 8, 2012Today in 1892, the New Orleans general strike, which was comprised of both black and white workers, began.
Read moreUnions say the vote reflected a changing America
November 8, 2012Union members scored a big victory Nov. 6 by re-electing president Obama. Equally big for them, however, was the success of pro-worker Democrats.
Read moreCuban report to United Nations condemns U.S. blockade
November 8, 2012"The best humanitarian aid Cuba could receive - the equivalent of billions of tons - would be to end the blockade."
Read moreLabor wins key ballot initiatives
November 8, 2012Referendums in various states can be useful measures of public attitudes on important issues.
Read moreThe 2012 elections changed Texas
November 8, 2012The growing Latino vote, much discussed in national politics, may have accounted for the Democrats' successes in Texas.
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