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On the News With Thom Hartmann: New Report Charts Capitalism’s Cancerous Spread Into Social Programs, and More
In today's On the News segment: The National Rifle Association's new president will lead the charge against new stricter gun laws in several states, and more.
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Clamoring for Justice in the Open: May Day 2013 in New York City
New York City hosted vibrant festivals for justice this May Day. A photo-essay by Craig O'Connor and Molly Knefel.
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The Experiment Is on Us: Science of Animal Testing Thrown Into Doubt
New scientific research has cast grave doubt on the safety testing of hundreds of thousands of consumer products, food additives and industrial chemicals.
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Building Healthy Communities With Fresh Produce
Community gardens across the nation are creating a healthy future for children in urban areas.
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That Unemployment Form Might Violate Your Civil Rights
The Department of Labor ruled that arbitrary obstacles in Florida's process violate federal civil rights protections.
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UN Finds “Little Appreciation” for Human Rights Among US Businesses
An expert group says US businesses don't do enough to ensure the protection of human rights of workers and communities affected by their operations.
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Weekly Update: Media Looks for Camps, Occupy Joins Popular Resistance
On May Day, the media was looking for encampments and missed how popular resistance is growing and demonstrating all over the US.
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Women Forge a Space for Themselves in Latin American Labor Movement
Training of women is being given a push, and delegations made up of equal numbers of men and women have started to be required for all activities.
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Five Things to Know About the NRA’s New President
The NRA will induct Alabama lawyer Jim Porter as the new president at their annual meeting this weekend.
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“Retail Exemption” Shields Fertilizer Facilities From Safety Requirements
The exemption can begin a chain reaction of less stringent standards.