Saturday, September 12, 2015

Truth Team Digest: Paid sick leave, going solar, and more

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Cameron, Hollande, and Merkel: Why we support the Iran deal
The Washington Post // David Cameron, François Hollande, and Angela Merkel


We are confident that the agreement provides the foundation for resolving the conflict on Iran's nuclear program permanently. This is why we now want to embark on the full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, once all national procedures are complete.

Obama Extends Paid Sick Leave in Labor Day Tribute to Working 'Values'
NBC News // Elisha Fieldstadt and Associated Press


Those working on federal contracts will have the opportunity to earn up to seven sick days per year, depending on how many hours they work, according to a release from the White House.

Why solar energy is poised for yet another record year
The Washington Post // Chris Mooney


Overall, the growth boom is being fueled by a combination of declining costs, low interest rates, and a federal solar investment tax credit, the report suggests.

Defunding Planned Parenthood could cut off many poor women from birth control
The Washington Post // Danielle Paquette


Defunding Planned Parenthood, however, would have broad ramifications, especially for low-income women who rely on subsidized services for birth control.

GOP to attack climate pact at home and abroad
Politico // Andrew Restuccia


An aide to Mitch McConnell has been informing foreign embassies about GOP plans to oppose Obama's strategy on global warming.



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