Weekly Roundup: May 29th, 2020
The NPR Politics Podcast
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COVID-19's Disproportionate Impact and Political Ramifications
This chapter analyzes the devastating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on various demographics in the U.S., particularly focusing on racial minorities and older populations. It explores how the pandemic's toll starkly contrasts with other causes of death and highlights geographic disparities, especially in urban hotspots like New York City. The conversation further delves into the political implications of the pandemic, including shifting voter sentiments and the challenges facing incumbents as the election approaches.
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