Jobs
Push work sharing to soften impact of joblessness
February 24, 2012The job-sharing plan is another attempt to cut the impact of joblessness even in a weak recovery.
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Over 300 pack White House Hispanic Summit in Ohio
February 21, 2012The all-day event brought 18 representatives from nine federal departments for round-table discussions on many questions including immigration, jobs, education and entrepreneurship.
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Fired warehouse workers hold Walmart accountable
February 17, 2012On Feb. 17, with the support of community and business leaders, they gathered in front of a Walmart Express store and fought back.
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Compromise on benefits and payroll tax passes despite complaint by unions
February 17, 2012The AFL-CIO announced just before noon on the East Coast today that it cannot support H.R. 3630, the compromise bill coming before Congres.
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Expect a bitter fight on the budget
February 16, 2012Make no mistake: President Obama's job-creating and tax-the-rich budget proposals are going to be core battleground issues for the Republican right.
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