It Could Happen Here Weekly 176
Behind the Bastards
The Future of Vaccine Research Under Current Health Leadership
This chapter explores the recent budget cuts under the current Secretary of Health and Human Services, particularly impacting COVID-19 research and vaccine development. The discussion highlights the dangers of these cuts by drawing parallels to the Trump administration's policies, raising serious concerns for future public health initiatives.
All of this week's episodes of It Could Happen Here put together in one large file.
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The Library Funding Cliff
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Anarchism In Uruguay feat. Andrew, Pt. 2
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RFK Jr. Breaks the Medical System
- How ICE Is Targeting Students for Deportation
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Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #10
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RFK Jr. Breaks the Medical System
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How ICE Is Targeting Students for Deportation
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Executive Disorder: White House Weekly #10
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