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The Political Scene | The New Yorker cover image

Why Trump Is Targeting Foreign Aid, with Atul Gawande

The Political Scene | The New Yorker

CHAPTER

Navigating Healthcare and Political Discourse

This chapter explores the journey of a key figure in the New Yorker community, focusing on their efforts to understand and address the complexities of healthcare costs in America while promoting empathy toward those affected. It contrasts science-based governance with emotionally driven political rhetoric, highlighting the struggles of rational debate in a polarized environment. Additionally, it addresses the damaging perceptions surrounding USAID and emphasizes the urgent need for awareness of the impact of conspiracy theories on humanitarian efforts.

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