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40,000 at whistlestop cheer Obama on way to capital
January 19, 2009BALTIMORE — Over 40,000 people braved bitter cold last Saturday afternoon to give Barack Obama a warm greeting as he passed through Charm City on his way to the capital to be sworn in as the...
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The Cuban Revolution and the liberation of Africa
January 17, 2009When the Cuban Revolution triumphed on Jan. 1 1959, its leaders openly declared their enmity for imperialism and colonialism, and began to organize material solidarity for revolutionary struggles in Africa, Asia and Latin America. One of...
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Letters – January 24, 2009
January 17, 2009Solidarity biscotti Thank you for your article “Forget Stella D’Oro cookies! Support striking workers,” by Terrie Albano (PWW 12/20-1/16). I have been a fan of Stella D’Oro for many years. I too will make my own...
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WORLDNOTES – January 24, 2009
January 17, 2009Bolivia: Morales announces nationalization Swearing into office 1,500 local officials in Potosi Jan. 6, President Evo Morales announced plans to nationalize foreign-owned companies controlling water, electricity and railroads. His government had previously assumed control over oil...
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Wanda Sykes on the bailout — lol
January 17, 2009This is comedienne Wanda Sykes on the $700 billion bailout. Truth and hilarity all in one:
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