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Immigrant rights groups call for new reform campaign
December 22, 2009"Tough fight begins" - Immigrant rights organizations around the San Francisco Bay Area welcomed introduction of reform legislation by Illinois Democratic Rep. Luis Gutierrez.
Read moreSenate clears the way for health reform vote
December 21, 2009WASHINGTON— In the wee hours of a snowbound Monday morning the U.S. Senate voted 60 to 40 to terminate debate and move toward a final vote on health care reform legislation before they adjourn for Christmas.
Read moreU.S., Russia readying pact to slash nuclear weapons
December 21, 2009The U.S. and Russia are close to an agreement that will make major cuts in their nuclear stockpiles. It is seen as a step in the direction of complete nuclear disarmament.
Read moreFarmers vs. USDA in bias lawsuits
December 21, 2009For farmers, when disaster strikes, they could go to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to get an emergency loan to save a crop or a herd of cattle.
Read moreDallas residents celebrate Day of the Immigrants
December 21, 2009Every day, immigrants are leaving behind their homelands in search for the American dream. Their stories of struggle and hardships may never be heard.
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