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On the News With Thom Hartmann: The United Nations Weighs In on Police Response to Occupy Protests, and More
In today's On the News segment: The United Nations weighs in on the police response to the Occupy protests, the Republican plan to bankrupt the post office is working, …
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Hundreds of OccupyLA Demonstrators Held for Days Without Charges on $5,000 Bail in Often Deplorable, Illegal and Unconstitutional Conditions
Much of the good will and plaudits earned by Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa and LAPD Chief Charlie Beck for their “minimal use of force” tactics employed to clear …
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The Age of Thirst in the American West
Consider it a taste of the future: the fire, smoke, drought, dust, and heat that have made life unpleasant, if not dangerous, from Louisiana to Los Angeles. New records …
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Sarkozy and Merkel Push for Changes to Europe Treaty
Paris - The two primary leaders of the euro zone, Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany and President Nicolas Sarkozy of France, issued their first joint call on Monday for …
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As Iraq and Afghan Wars End, Costs Mount on Pace to Exceed Vietnam
Washington — The wars in Iraq and Afghanistan may be winding down, but the long-term costs of caring for those wounded in battle is on path to rival the …
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Campaign of Death Threats, Stalking and Vandalism Against Anti-Occupation Leaders Continues as Israeli Press Faces More Gag Rules
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to the world body at the United Nations General Assembly, Sept. 23, 2011. (Photo: Damon Winter / The New York Times) …
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US Drug Agents Launder Profits of Mexican Cartels
Washington - Undercover American narcotics agents have laundered or smuggled millions of dollars in drug proceeds as part of Washington’s expanding role in Mexico's fight against drug cartels, according …
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K Street, Wall Street Line Up Behind Senator Brown in Race Against Elizabeth Warren
Sen. Scott Brown’s campaign and his political action committee are hustling for millions of dollars from K Street lobbyists and Wall Street interests to keep the Massachusetts seat of …
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Scott Walker’s New Policy May Result in Protesters Being Charged for the Pepper Spray Used Against Them
Under a new policy unveiled late this week by the Walker administration, protesters who apply for permits to protest outside government buildings in Wisconsin may be charged for clean-up …
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Herman Cain Exits Race for President
Herman Cain will suspend his bid for the Republican nomination for president, he announced at his Atlanta campaign headquarters Saturday afternoon. Saying he is at peace with …