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Unemployment benefits keep money in the pockets of workers who are out of a job through no fault of their own. It's a safety net - with broad support in both parties - that also boosts the broader economy by keeping consumer dollars in circulation. In normal economic times, workers typically receive, depending on the state, up to 26 weeks of benefits, with the possibility of a 13-week extension. Following extensions passed under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama, jobless benefits can now run as long as 99 weeks - nearly two years. During the 1982-83 recession, the longest...
...presidency," the way proximity to power could warp the judgment of even the wisest allies. It's one reason Kennedy's father wanted him to make his brother Attorney General and why First Ladies wield power that can never be adequately measured by the list of causes they support. (See pictures of Michelle Obama behind the scenes...
...first proposal focused on broader tasks, such as tracking the city’s annual progress and ensuring that changes meet community needs. The proposal was generally met with acceptance, with 47 delegates voting in support and 12 opposed...
...It’s very difficult winning on the road in our league, and we’re very happy with the result and getting three out of the four points this weekend—especially at places [like] Union and RPI with their atmosphere and the support they have,” captain Alex Biega said. “We’re happy to have found our stride this week, and it’s definitely a positive sign...
...idea of the SAGHAH network is to link global health groups and campaigns across Harvard and to provide them with a common platform to collaborate, but to otherwise support individual groups in what they do best,” said Cecil M. Haverkamp, a staff member of the School of Public Health and member of the SAGHAH board...