coronavirus
Nearly 17 million have lost their jobs, overwhelming state unemployment agencies
April 9, 2020While the government did not release data by race or ethnic group, the Economic Policy Institute warns people of color are suffering more.
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Stay safe, stay well; Protect democracy, vote by mail
April 9, 2020The nation faces many challenges as the coronavirus pandemic continues, but one—holding free and fair elections—has a pretty easy solution.
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Despite U.S. blockade, Cuba’s comprehensive health system looks after every citizen
April 9, 2020The system may not always have expensive equipment at the neighborhood level, but every patient gets the care needed.
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Congressional Black Caucus tackles outsized coronavirus impact on African Americans
April 9, 2020“Blacks are nickeled and dimed” for both health services and access to other aid, says Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee.
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Senate Dems propose big pay hike for frontline anti-pandemic workers
April 8, 2020Senate Democrats’ plans for the next big economic stimulus bill include a big pay hike for frontline workers.
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