politics
Today in history: First American woman ambassador appointed
October 28, 2015On this date in 1949, Helen Eugenie Moore Anderson became the first woman to hold the post of U.S. ambassador when she was sworn in by Truman.
Read moreAFL-CIO’s largest union endorses Clinton
October 28, 2015"AFSCME members want a candidate who is committed to fixing our out-of-balance economy and raising incomes for working people."
Read moreChanges in Wisconsin’s John Doe law protect corrupt politicians
October 27, 2015Legislative changes in 2016 can render Walker impotent and in three years restore Wisconsin to social sanity.
Read morePortuguese president re-appoints right wing minority government
October 23, 2015In Portugal there is a presidential election in January 2016, in which Cavaco Silva's actions will surely be an issue.
Read moreProject launched to put raising minimum wage on state ballots
October 23, 2015The Fairness Project was launched today to help raise the minimum wage through ballot initiatives in states, cities, and counties across the nation.
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