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Painting the red towns: covid-19 in America

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Politics and the Pandemic

This chapter delves into the politicization of COVID-19 in the United States, analyzing how political leaders have framed the pandemic to suit their agendas. It highlights the shifting demographics of infection rates, especially in Republican-led areas, and questions the implications of these trends for the upcoming elections. The discussion emphasizes the complex relationship between COVID-19 case distributions and political affiliations, raising concerns about the future impact on voter support.

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