Year: 2011
On March 19, eighth anniversary of Iraq war, we will take to the streets!
February 21, 2011
On March 19, eighth anniversary of Iraq war, we will take to the streets!
Despite a filibuster-proof Congressional majority and control over the White House, the Democrats just gave us more of the same.…
What’s really at stake in Wisconsin showdown?
February 21, 2011
What’s really at stake in Wisconsin showdown?
What happens in Wisconsin impacts every worker. If something as fundamental as the right to collective bargaining can be taken…
Now is the time! Workers’ struggle carries on in Wisconsin and beyond
February 21, 2011
Now is the time! Workers’ struggle carries on in Wisconsin and beyond
Through the eyes of a person who recently joined the labor movement believing in its potential to be the cornerstone…
Wisconsin labor struggle shatters myths about U.S. workers, youth
February 21, 2011
Wisconsin labor struggle shatters myths about U.S. workers, youth
The ongoing struggle shows that workers and students of all backgrounds have the power to unite and fight for real…
Unveiling the truth behind the Wisconsin ‘budget crisis’
February 20, 2011
Unveiling the truth behind the Wisconsin ‘budget crisis’
The demonstration on Feb. 19 was massive. With 100,000 people on the side of labor and a dismal fraction of…
Obama’s proposed budget puts Pell Grants in the crosshairs
February 20, 2011
Obama’s proposed budget puts Pell Grants in the crosshairs
The Obama administration recently released the new proposed budget for fiscal year 2012, which includes $100 billion in cuts to…
Guantánamo prisoner dies after nine years of injustice
February 20, 2011
Guantánamo prisoner dies after nine years of injustice
After being held for nine years at Guantánamo prison without charge or trial, Afghan prisoner Awal Gul died from a…
Venezuela to investigate Fourth Republic’s human rights crimes
February 20, 2011
Venezuela to investigate Fourth Republic’s human rights crimes
Venezuelan authorities have drafted plans to investigate more than 1,600 cases of human rights crimes committed by the nation’s security…
Hundreds denounce state violence at U.S.-Mexico border
February 20, 2011
Hundreds denounce state violence at U.S.-Mexico border
Seven hundred people gathered on both sides of the U.S./Mexico border fence so those on the U.S. side could send…
Stunning achievements of Latin American alliance ALBA celebrated
February 20, 2011
Stunning achievements of Latin American alliance ALBA celebrated
"ALBA’s fight is for a second true independence for Latin America and Caribbean; to free ourselves from poverty and illiteracy…