U.S.
“Holiday on ICE” is anything but, immigration lawyers charge
March 29, 2012This hearing ignored the grim reality of the U.S. immigration detention system, which is marked by abuse.
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Top Dem says control of House a tossup in 2012
March 29, 2012"My job is to elect 25 Democrats so we can stop these union-bashing, Medicare-privatizing, Social Security-destroying House Republicans," said Rep. Steve Israel.
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New York City Council calls for justice for Trayvon Martin
March 29, 2012A resolution expressing the council's outrage was initiated by council members Letitia James, D-Brooklyn, and Melissa Mark-Viverito, D-Manhattan.
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Video shows shooter uninjured after Trayvon murder
March 29, 2012There are no visible signs of injuries to Zimmermann's head or blood on his clothes. His attorney has said that his client suffered a broken nose and a gash to his head .
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Interest rate swaps wreak havoc around the country
March 29, 2012Like many states and local governments around the country, Oakland is being victimized by the banking industry.
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