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Nation braces for government shutdown

September 27, 2013 By John Wojcik

At least 800,000 of the nation's 2.1 million federal workers will be required to stay home Tuesday if the government shuts down as a result of Republican grandstanding.

Tea party’s shutdown showdown could crash the economy

September 24, 2013 By John Wojcik

Republican obstructionists have prevented any agreement, so cuts are in effect and have already damaged health, nutrition, education, public safety and many other programs.

Groups launch new initiative for women’s equality

September 20, 2013 By Mark Gruenberg

Women's organizations, activists, and lawmakers launched a women's economic intiative that includes not just reproductive rights but pay equity, good jobs, and economic justice.

Where is justice in cutting food stamps?

September 19, 2013 By Brian McAfee

Of those receiving government help in the form of food stamps or the SNAP program, 76 percent are children, disabled, or elderly.

Detroit bankruptcy coming to your city next, leaders warn

September 12, 2013 By John Rummel

Detroit is the canary in the coalmine, warned speakers at a public forum on the city's bankruptcy, held this past Saturday, sponsored by Congressman John Conyers Jr.