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Killing the Kids That Don’t Need to Die
Someone should put to Obama and Romney the same question: u201cWhy are we killing the kids that donu2019t need to die?u201d

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Walmart Warehouse Workers Declare Victory
A new phase of labor challenges to Walmart seems to be unfolding.

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Coal Workers Say Murray Energy “Coerces” Them to Make GOP Donations
Sources say that those who do not give are at risk of being demoted or missing out on bonuses.

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Chavez Supporters Flood Venezuelan Capital as Campaign Closes
Chavez warns of opposition plans to not recognize results of Sunday`s presidential election

On the News With Thom Hartmann: More Than 250 Walmart Workers and Sympathizers From Southern California Walked Out on the Job Thursday, and More
In today's On the News segment: More than 250 Walmart workers and sympathizers from Southern California walked out on the job Thursday - and held a rally to draw …

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Skilled Women Break Through Barriers to Entry and Promotion in Trades Work
More women are seizing new opportunities to enter the skilled blue-collar workforce, which can pay $20 to $80 an hour.

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Florida Farmworkers Win Chipotle’s Support in Bid for Improved Conditions
Farmworkers win another round in the fight to improve working conditions and compensation.

The Case Against Markets
The Case Against Markets

Blocking Bain Trucks To Save Jobs In Freeport
Working in Freeport, Illinois protest the closing of a Sensata factory by the Bain Corporation and asking Mitt Romney to fulfill his promises to keep jobs in the US.

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Walmart Warehouse Workers Fight for the Future of Work
Workers responsible for moving an estimated $1 trillion worth of goods a year through the global economy are paid low wages, often denied breaks and basic protective gear, and …