December 1 News Update

Grim Reality Amid Optimism Ahead of Climate Talks *
As Mexico Addresses Climate Change, Critics Point to Shortcomings *
Cautious hope ahead of Peru climate summit
Lima climate change talks best chance for a generation, say upbeat diplomats
Canada's climate inaction leaves it 'increasingly isolated' ahead of COP 20

Hong Kong police drive out protesters in violent clashes
Swiss voters reject immigration cap
Fast food workers plan nationwide strike
Walmart workers launch Black Friday protest
Recent campaigns helping Pittsburgh unions find their footing
OSHA fines Selma auto supplier after workers complain of sickness
ConAgra faults decision by labor board
FairPoint strikers get unemployment benes in Vermont, not Maine, NH
Madison Teachers Vote Overwhelmingly To Recertify Their Labor Union
Retail cleaners stand up for better pay and working conditions
Employers Keep Shifting Costs under Affordable Care Act
New Jersey governor Chris Christie vetoes controversial pig cage bill
Ohio takes first steps in removing toxins from Lake Erie
Bhopal kids paying price 30 years after India disaster
Puerto Rico braces for public transport shutdown
Rams raise arms in apparent show of solidarity
In GMO labeling fight, all eyes on Vermont
Canadian Wheat Board prepares for corporate takeover
Thanksgiving Sales Slide, Both at Stores and Online *
Court to Weigh Job Protections for Pregnant Women *
West Virginia Coal Country Sees New Era as Donald Blankenship Is Indicted *
Lufthansa Pilots Decide to Go on Two-Day Strike *


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