Mexico passes labor reform, no democracy clauses

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MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s Senate gave final approval Tuesday to a labor law overhaul that will allow outsourcing and part-time employment, but doesn’t include clauses intended to democratize antiquated and authoritarian labor unions.

The bill has already been approved by the lower house and now goes to President Felipe Calderon for his signature. He originally proposed the measure.

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