Cruzing
Houston Chronicle
One-Day Strikes: A Word to the Wise
Labor Notes
More and more unions are turning to one-day or other short-term strikes to add punch to contract campaigns. Walmart, fast food, and other non-union workers have also used the tactic to demand changes in wages, working conditions, and safety, and to protest discharges.
How Many Die From Medical Mistakes in U.S. Hospitals?
ProPublica
An updated estimate says it could be at least 210,000 patients a year – more than twice the number in the Institute of Medicine’s frequently quoted report, “To Err is Human.”
How a Rand Paul Republican From Alabama Learned to Love Obamacare
ThinkProgress
A libertarian Republican who voted for Ron Paul in 2012 and believes that Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) is the future of the GOP enrolls in a Bronze-level Obamacare health insurance plan
Vietnamese general behind victories over French and US dies aged 102
The Guardian
Vo Nguyen Giap masterminded the battle of Dien Bien Phu, which led to France leaving Indo-China, and commanded North's forces in Vietnam war
Millions Flee Obamacare
The New Yorker
Millions of Tea Party loyalists flee the United States, seeking “the American dream of liberty from health care.”
Victor Jara's Last Song
Translated by Joan Jara. Read by Adrian Mitchell. From the album Manifiesto [Canciones Póstumas]
The Joys of Teaching
If you've ever TA'd or taught a class, this video is for you. The PHD Movie was filmed on location at the California Institute of Technology, and features real grad students, undergrads and professors
100K Poets for Change
This world wide event took place in 100 countries and featured musicians, poets, painters, writers and dancers organized to promote the ideals of peace sustainability.
Hijacking Prison Phone Calls for Profit
Global Tel*Link charges sky-high rates to prisoners and their families -- up to $17 for a 15-minute phone call. Tell the FCC to set prices families can afford. #prisonprofiteers
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