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Protests Rage as Michigan Lawmakers Approve Anti-Union Bills
Michigan lawmakers gave final approval to so-called ‘right to work’ legislation on Tuesday as thousands of workers and activists joined in rowdy protests at the state Capitol in Lansing.

On the News With Thom Hartmann: Hostess to Lay Off 18,000 Unionized Workers in Its Liquidation, and More
In today's On the News segment: Hostess is in the process of complete liquidation and 18,000 unionized workers are set to lose their jobs and possibly their pensions; Michigan …

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Could Oliver Stone’s ExposĂ© of the American Empire Help Press the UN to End Haiti Cholera?
Stone's new documentary gives historic context to urgent current events.

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Labor Unions on the Brink
The Middle Class was built on the backs of organized labor. But today unions are dying.

Class War in Michigan
Frank Hammer: GOP Governor and State legislature pass law weakening union rights.

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Fast-Food Workers Ride Crest of “Simmering Strike Wave” Sweeping Nation
Strike fever isn't just for Walmart workers anymore.

On the News With Thom Hartmann: Google Hid Money Offshore to Dodge $2 Billion in Taxes, and More
Students at one of the last free universities in the US rebel against Cooper Union's plans to start charging tuition, and more.

“Your Governments Have Failed You”: Syrian-American Student Calls for Climate Justice
Speaking on behalf of youth organizations, Munira Sibai criticized the actions of world leaders as she addressed the UN Climate Change Conference.

Colombian GM Worker on Hunger Strike: “We’re in this up to the Final Consequences“
Last desperate act of Colombia GM workers is hunger strike to the death.

Thom Hartmann on Truthout
Is the Deep State Trying to Pick Our President? Is FBI Director James Comey's Disruption Working? Unforeseen Consequences: The Death of Trees The Danger With Trump's “Election Rigging” Talk …