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Fears mount in Guatemala as elections approach

August 3, 2015 By Emile Schepers

Voters will elect a new president to succeed Otto Perez Molina of the Patriotic Party, who is not allowed a second term.

Social democratic NDP could lead Canada’s next government

August 3, 2015 By Tim Pelzer

If Thomas Mulcair has his way, he will head Canada's first social democratic government. With an election just called on Aug. 3, polls indicate that this may happen.

Shielded for decades, Pinochet thugs now face justice

August 3, 2015 By Larry Rubin

Those involved in and responsible for the military takeover of Chile in 1973 are finally facing justice.

Today in history: Actor-activist Martin Sheen celebrates his 75th birthday

August 3, 2015 By Special to People’s World

Martin Sheen has stated, "While acting is what I do for a living, activism is what I do to stay alive."

Hillary Clinton pledges to push Employee Free Choice

July 31, 2015 By Mark Gruenberg

Democratic presidential contender Hillary Clinton supports comprehensive labor law reform, and she says she really means it.