''On this day I join millions of Americans to honor the birthday and legacy of Cesar Chavez. Chavez believed deeply that every individual deserves respect and dignity, that an honest day's work is worth a decent wage, and that the collective power of individuals can bring about real change in our society. Embodying these ideals we as a nation hold dear, Chavez has inspired so many to stand up for their basic rights.''
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Adding Manufacturing Jobs
Manufacturing built this country. President Barack Obama is keeping it strong. Manufacturing built this country. President Barack Obama is keeping it strong.
Saving the auto industry
Mitt Romney wanted to "let Detroit go bankrupt." Obama refused to let the American auto industry die. Mitt Romney wanted to "let Detroit go bankrupt." Obama refused to let the American auto industry die.
Unemployment falls to 7.8%
Encouraging news to report today: The unemployment rate fell last month to 7.8 percent—a 44-month low. This jobs chart tells the story of our progress under President Obama's leadership. In His Own Words
Let's let Mitt Romney speak for himself about who it's his job to worry about. (Hint: it's only about half the country!) “We’re all in this together”
Last night, President Bill Clinton forcefully articulated the story of President Barack Obama and the tough choices he has made to lead us through the darkest days of the economic crisis. Watch and share the speech, then if you're as fired up as we are, chip in to help make sure we win this November. Last night, President Bill Clinton forcefully articulated the story of President Barack Obama and the tough choices he has made to lead us through the darkest days of the economic crisis. Watch and share the speech, then if you're as fired up as we are, chip in to help make sure we win this November.
Ohio union families share their stories
Dan is a retired iron worker, a member of Local 17, and a former building inspector for the city of Parma, Ohio. He's watched what's been happening in Ohio and across the country in recent years—and he's convinced that 2012 is the most important election of his lifetime—with the clearest possible choice.
Read More- What a Romney presidency would mean for unions and workers—straight from his senior adviser. RT @BrettDoster: Pack it in, Unions. It's over.
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