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Biden takes side of “middle class” in debate

October 12, 2012 By John Wojcik

In his debate with Paul Ryan, Vice President Joe Biden took the side of the 47% that Mitt Romney said he doesn't "worry" about.

Iranian people pay the price for crisis

October 12, 2012 By Jane Green

Although millions of Iranians receive a monthly government payment to compensate for a cut in subsidies, the value of this is diminishing.

Labor board says mining company illegally forced strike

October 12, 2012 By Mark Gruenberg

In a win for 100 embattled salt mine workers, the NLRB ruled their employer, Carey Salt, illegally declared impasse in their 2010 contract talks.

What’s the matter with white people?

October 12, 2012 By Mark Gruenberg

Building on its stereotype of African-Americans from 30 years ago, the Republican Party has made "cops, firefighters, nurses and teachers into its new 'welfare queens.'"

Mali stalemate is dangerous dilemma for Africa

October 12, 2012 By Emile Schepers

The probability of outside military intervention in the West African country of Mali has increased sharply.