economy
Tales of hard times on the coast
October 31, 2009On California's north coast, the sea used to provide many a worker and family a decent living - but no longer.
Read moreLabor, progressives, manufacturers meet: ‘Think big & bold’ to rebuild economy
October 30, 2009WASHINGTON — A jam-packed conference here Oct. 29 demanded bold action for a new, green manufacturing economy.
Read moreDeficit lies
October 29, 2009The Republican attacks on extending the economic stimulus, on universal health care, on climate change legislation and financial reform all make reference to the exploding deficit and to the burden an immense debt may place on...
Read moreIn New York, Puerto Ricans show support for island’s public employees
October 26, 2009NEW YORK — Braving the cold, the wind, and the rain, Puerto Ricans and others gathered in front of the offices of the Puerto Rico Federal Affairs Administration here Oct. 15 in support of their brothers...
Read moreSecond $250 stimulus urged for 57 million
October 26, 2009President Obama has asked for a second $250 stimulus for 57 million people on Social Security, who will be hit by higher prescription drug premiums next year - another reason health care reform is needed.
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