Forget Congress: The real action after Newtown was in 40 states -- from assault weapon bans to "volunteer emergency security forces" for K-12 schools.

Across America, local governments are taking steps that will make retirement for ex-public employees much harsher.

The globalization of American labor practices is hurting European workers' economic security.

What makes a society a fun place to be? Really nice weather and exciting nightlife options certainly help. So does avoiding a starkly skewed distribution of income and wealth.

In another sign of over-policing throughout our society, many law enforcement departments are stocking up on surplus military tanks, grenade launchers and assault rifles.

Mandela was a hard-core revolutionary committed to the wholesale transformation of his society.

In a 1991 interview, Nelson Mandela, talks to Bill about how he developed positive relationships with prison wardens during his 27 years on Robben Island.

Former US Secretary of Labor Robert Reich explains why all Americans should support protesters who are demanding higher wages.

Workers at fast food restaurants nationwide went on strike Thursday and demanded higher pay and better working conditions.

A new study says two of the UN climate change panel's fundamental findings are wrong.