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Shocking new cuts will gut Chicago schools
June 21, 2013After closing 50 schools, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Chicago Public Schools are cutting elementary and high school budgets tens of millions of dollars.
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Panel examines progressive side of federalism
June 21, 2013A panel at the American Constitution Society convention explores federal vs. state power in labor and human rights.
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Michigan rally slams Republicans’ “Education Inc.” agenda
June 21, 2013LANSING, Mich. - Pam Kirchens believes that a free quality public education is the cornerstone of a democratic society and that every child in Michigan deserves access to equal and excellent public education.
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Obamacare is already lowering costs
June 20, 2013The president's signature health care law has already had a remarkable impact on health care costs.
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Boehner says he’ll block whatever Senate GOP can’t kill
June 20, 2013Boehner's statement is important because it gives his 234-member caucus a virtual veto over what Congress does, regardless of the Senate.
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