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Democrats Wrap Up Occupation of House, Continue Embrace of Bush National Security Policies
Democratic lawmakers ended their more than 24-hour sit-in on the House floor Thursday.
AFRICOM Clams Up After Commander Peddles Contradictory Statements to Congress
At a time when the number of US troops in Africa are increasing, hundreds of missions have apparently been purged from the command's rolls.
Obama and Wall Street Push for Passage of TPP During “Lame Duck” Session
President Obama, Wall Street and the corporations are pushing for a vote in Congress in the “lame duck” congressional session.
“Let Us Vote”: Rep. John Lewis Leads Democratic Sit-In for Gun Control Legislation
Capitol Hill Democratic lawmakers are continuing a historic sit-in on the floor of the House.
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Labor Department Seeks to Protect Regulation From Red State Onslaught
The “Persuader Rule” is under assault in federal court, where several Republican-led states, are seeking an injunction against it.
GOP Congress Plays Pentagon Budget Games
Despite a nearly $600 billion military budget, congressional Republicans are demanding even more money for the Pentagon.
Members of Congress Call for End to Mass Voter Suppression and Insecure Elections
Nine representatives are calling for secure voting technologies and laws that protect voters from being disenfranchised.
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Democracy Awakening 2016: Making a More Peaceful World
Democracy Awakening calls for a “Congress of Conscience” through nonviolent direct action.
The US Is Militarizing the Pacific — and Not Taking Questions
Hawaii's members of Congress sit at the linchpin of a huge realignment of US military power. But they remain silent.
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