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We should learn from Cuba says New Orleans mayor

October 22, 2009

When it comes to hurricane disaster response New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin, during his recent six-day trip to Cuba, said the U.S. should learn from the socialist island. Nagin acknowledged Cuba does “a much better job...

Lawrence McGurty, a tremendous life

October 22, 2009 By Tim Wheeler

Lawrence "Mac" McGurty passed away Oct. 9 at the age of 93. His life encompassed the major events and movements of the last century, many that he participated in as an activist rather than an observer.

N.M. teachers challenge corporate tax loopholes

October 22, 2009 By Emil Shaw

Teachers, students and allies tell New Mexico lawmakers 'no cuts' to education.

War for oil? T. Boone Pickens thinks so

October 22, 2009 By Susan Webb

U.S. companies are entitled to Iraq's oil, oil tycoon T. Boone Pickens told a congressional committee Oct. 21.

Ordering executive pay cuts: It’s about time!

October 22, 2009 By Tony Pecinovsky

The Treasury Department's expected plan to cut executive pay by up to 90 percent – at the seven companies that received the most in bailout money – is not only good news.