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Occupy Oakland: Thousands gather for general strike
Thousands of peaceful protesters gathered in downtown Oakland Wednesday morning to kick off a planned "general strike" to draw attention to the Occupy movement's core concern over economic inequality. The day's actions -- which some believe will mark ... read more

Photos: Workers, students join Occupy rally General Strike in Oakland
The group called for a general strike today, and planned to march on the city's port later in the day. (Photo by Eric Thayer/Getty Images) Protestors hold signs as they demonstrate during Occupy Oakland's general strike on November 2, 2011 in Oakland, ... read more

Top Stories: Crisis Talks In Cannes, Assange Loses Appeal, Strike In Oakland
— "Oakland Gears Up For General Strike, Which Could Bring Thousands To Downtown." (The Oakland Tribune) — "US Futures Rise, Commodities Climb Before Fed." (Bloomberg News) Related: Federal Reserve policymakers release their latest ... read more

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