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In the space of a year we have make huge strides in understanding, diagnosing, treating and preventing COVID-19. History will record this time as one of the greatest periods for scientific advancements.

Lead by the teachers union, a broad coalition of trade unions and community supporters has demanded the County Board of Supervisors institute a month long shutdown in January, a “Circuit Breaker,” to stop the scourge of COVID 19 and save lives.

Instead of wasting scarce funds on the Space Force, the Biden administration should deploy its diplomats to demilitarize space.

"What we need is long-term economic policy that establishes justice, promotes the general welfare, rejects decades of austerity, and builds strong social programs that lift society from below.” EPA

The bulk of our progressive forces are focused on policy at the local or national level, paying much less attention to global dimensions. But the need for an internationalist agenda will tend to become more and more apparent as they grow in power.

What if you’ve already had Covid-19 — do you still need a vaccine? Experts tackle questions about vaccine immunity.

The essence of Chanukah is the theme of resistance. The story commemorates the victorious resistance of the people over the power and might of empire. Chanukah celebrates the spiritual strength of resistance to an often harsh and unyielding world.

The National Restaurant Association estimates there are now over 110,000 closures and says the industry badly needs government aid to get through the pandemic.

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