To get unemployed Americans back to work, the federal government is providing incentives to help low- to middle- income individuals go back to school. A $13.8 billion tuition tax credit boost called the American Opportunity Tax Credit reimburses 100 percent of the first $2,000 of educational expenses for lower income students. For the next $2,000 […]
Washington (CNN) — The head of the National Black Farmers Association said Thursday the U.S. government has agreed to pay qualified farmers $50,000 each to settle claims of racial bias. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said those farmers may also pursue a claim for actual damages from the bias, and potentially receive up to $250,000. […]
Obama stresses building foundation for future steps toward his agenda.. One expert says it's better for White House to take its lumps now, before midterm elections..
