Additionally, the U.S. has strengthened protections so foreign-born workers know their rights.

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The Internet as we know it today would not be possible without robust fair use protections for this type of copying.

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Corporations know that money makes a big difference when it comes to blocking protections for workers, consumers and the environment.

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But what every American should know is that once I sign health insurance reform into law, there are dozens of protections and benefits that will take effect this year.

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We know we're not going to be better off if suddenly we roll back the protections for our air and our water, and protections to make sure that if you get sick there's going to be health care there for you.

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Their regular bus drivers and matrons, many of whom have training for such students and know their passengers' particular needs, are walking the picket lines to try to save job protections in their contracts with private companies.

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