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Two major companies accused of discrimination

African Americans took the biggest hit in employment numbers after the recession and have seen the numbers recover more slowly. In response, governments at different levels have taken a series of steps to help address the problem — including some issuing a prohibition on asking about prior criminal convictions on job applications.

Controversy erupts over employers asking for social media site passwords

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Texas County Moves to Tighten Restrictions on Gun Shows

Texas County Moves to Abolish Gun Shows