As the U.S. Department of Agriculture prepares to dole out $12 billion in government subsidies next week, officials and economists at the agency’s annual forum near Washington defended the assistance as a necessary measure to prevent more farmers from financial ruin.[#item_full_content]
Hilton, Becerra Lead in California Governor’s Primary
Republican businessman and commentator Steve Hilton emerged as the frontrunner in California’s closely watched gubernatorial primary, leading the race to secure one of two spots
