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COVID-19
Florida Sheriff Bans Deputies and Civilians From Wearing Masks in His Department
Some studies have demonstrated that hundreds of thousands of cases of COVID-19 were prevented thanks to masks.
3 in 5 Americans Firmly Oppose Trump on His Push to Reopen Schools, Poll Finds
Just a third of the country is in favor of reopening K-12 schools, while the vast majority favors virtual learning.
Canceling College Football Could Save Lives — and Wake Up Some COVID Deniers
If more people are alive in May because college ball got benched, that would be the biggest win of all.
As Putin Pushes Russia’s Untested COVID Vaccine, Experts Worry Trump May Follow
Russia's vaccine did not go through Phase 3 testing involving thousands of subjects, meaning its efficacy is in doubt.
ICE Is Making Sure Migrant Kids Don’t Have COVID, and Then Expelling Them
The administration has used infection risk to justify expelling thousands of children without legal protections.
School That Suspended Student Documenting Lack of Social Distancing Goes Virtual
Hannah Watters was suspended for sharing images online showing her school's lackadaisical approach to social distancing.
Trump’s Social Security Sleight of Hand Is Another Scam. Don’t Fall for It.
Trump has a long record of unfurling legally laughable nonsense orders when the political heat is on. This is that.
Trump Executive Action on Unemployment Insurance Deliberately Leaves Out Poorest
The plan would require states to kick in $100 of the $400 total, a difficult task for states reeling from deficits.
ALEC Works to Pass Industry-Backed COVID Liability Shields at the State Level
Mitch McConnell is holding hostage additional aid for people and businesses until he gets his immunity bill.
When Things Feel Dire, Remember Real Change Begins at the Grassroots Level
Sometimes it seems as though we're not winning in our fight for change, but we are, says Nina Turner.