democracy
Today in history: President Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address
November 19, 2012One of the best-known speeches in American history, it was delivered by Lincoln in the midst of the Civil War, November 19, 1863, at the dedication of the Soldiers' National Cemetery
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Obama campaign enters new stage: The Action
November 14, 2012President Obama thanked them for their hard work and urged all to stay involved in grassroots action for the good of the country.
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AFSCME reports earlier Wisconsin, Ohio battles sharply boosted 2012 turnout
November 12, 2012Battles over collective bargaining rights for state and local government workers sharply boosted overall labor enthusiasm and turnout in those two states this year.
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Momentum grows for ending the filibuster
November 12, 2012The newly elected, slightly more Democratic U.S. Senate must tackle comprehensive filibuster reform or it will grind to a dead halt again.
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CT working families defeat Linda’s lies
November 12, 2012Connecticut voters smacked down tea party Republican Linda McMahon on Election Day and chose Rep. Chris Murphy to be their new U.S. Senator.
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