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Radical folk music pioneer dies at 88
December 5, 2009Bess Lomax Hawes, a member of the famous Lomax family of folklorists and of the legendary Almanac Singers, died Nov. 27 at the age of 88.
Read moreThousands flock to Senate to stop Stupak Amendment
December 3, 2009WASHINGTON - Women holding placards that read, "No wire hangers ever!" packed a U.S. Senate ballroom Dec. 2 to lobby in opposition to the anti-abortion Stupak-Pitts Amendment to the House-passed health care bill.
Read moreBlack lawmakers shake up finance panel vote
December 3, 2009In a dramatic display of political independence, 10 members of the Congressional Black Caucus boycotted a House Financial Services Committee vote on regulatory reform on Wednesday.
Read moreNew charges of racism in right-wing media
December 2, 2009The Washington Times recently published a racially charged full-page ad questioning President Obama's citizenship
Read moreSenate Republicans seek to stall, poison health reform
December 1, 2009The Senate opened debate on health care reform legislation Monday, but the real action may be happening behind the scenes and at the grass roots.
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