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Obama encourages students to take pride in education

ARLINGTON, Va. - In a pep talk that kept clear of politics, President Barack Obama on Tuesday challenged the nation's students to take pride and ownership in their education - and stick with it even if they don't like every class or must overcome tough circumstances at home. More »

Labor report card: More jobs lost, but wages increase

TRENTON, N.J. - Despite the nation's highest jobless rate in 26 years, American workers are seeing some encouraging trends this Labor Day, according to a report released Monday by Rutgers University. More »


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