Thanksgiving Meal Makin's: Home Grown and Home Owned?
Equal Time with Martha Burk
We have many food companies in the U.S. with vittles fit for a Thanksgiving dinner. Can we buy American for our grocery list this year?
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Been in the "unfriendly skies" lately?
Equal Time with Martha Burk
There's no question our airline system is a total mess, for passengers and pilots alike. But the so-called "friendly skies" don't exist for one other class of airline workers.
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Veteran's Day: A New Scam on our Vets and the Public
Equal Time with Martha Burk
Veteran's Day the nation's annual day to honor those who served our armed forces and recognize their contributions and sacrifices to our country. But there's a new scam afoot that tarnishes vets and costs us all in the bargain.
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The New Hunger Games: This Time It's Not a Movie
Equal Time with Martha Burk
Millions of Americans are at risk of losing food aid due to the government shutdown. They may get "half a loaf" due to a last minute court ruling, but it's no way to treat our fellow citizens, and what happens next?
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Ghosts, Goblins and Ghouls: Watch Out for the Scariest One!
Equal Time with Martha Burk
Halloween is here, with the usual ghosts. goblins, ghouls, and scary clowns: this year watch out for a new one.
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It's Banned Book Month: Watch Out for the Censors
Equal Time with Martha Burk
Every year the American Library Association puts out a list of banned books in libraries and schools. Censors are hard at work.
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Tie a Purple Ribbon 'Round the Old Oak Tree
Equal Time with Martha Burk
Have you been seeing purple ribbons lately around your area on lamp posts, fences, and other public places? They're aimed at one group you've probably never thought about.
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Coffee Break? Yeah, a Permanent One for These Workers
Equal Time with Martha Burk
Coffee fan alert: Big new announcement from Starbucks. They’re upwards of 100 stores, and at least 59 just happen to be unionized. Coincidence? You decide.
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Honor United Farm Workers Founders
Equal Time with Martha Burk
It's Hispanic Heritage Month, so let's recognize their leaders, and raise a glass to the founder of the United Farm Workers. If you’re thinking Cesar Chavez, you’re a little less than half right.
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New Wage Gap Numbers are Out: Guess Who Gets the Short End
Equal Time with Martha Burk
The U.S. Census Bureau released the new wage data earlier this month. Big surprise? Nope -- same old, same old.
info_outlineHave you been seeing purple ribbons lately around your area on lamp posts, fences, and other public places? They're aimed at one group you've probably never thought about.