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Labor Crows About Democratic Victories
Labor Crows About Democratic Victories
Kris Maher reports on unions and the election. Among the biggest winners in Tuesday’s election was organized labor, which welcomed increased Democratic control of Washington. “We at the AFL-CIO are delighted that we will have a new neighbor across the park,” said John Sweeney , the labor federation’s president, to reporters today, hinting at a closeness to the White House that goes beyond geography. Payback time? Labor is now hoping Obama and congressional Democrats will pass an ...
 What Others Say About ACORN
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acorn.org — This section contains a sign-on letter of support and statements of support from organizations that understand these... attacks on ACORN are not just attacks against the good name of one of the few organizations dedicated solely to fighting for working ... (more) What Others Say About ACORN
AFL-CIO's Internal Polling Shows Dramatic Gains For Obama Among Rust Belt Union Members
tpmelectioncentral.talkingpointsmemo.com — In another sign of key movement in his direction, Barack Obama has dramatically improved his standing with... three key constituencies in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Michigan, according to internal polling conducted by the AFL-CIO that an official shares ... (more) AFL-CIO's Internal Polling Shows Dramatic Gains For ...
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