The NPR Politics Podcast Weekly Roundup: January 22nd
Jan 22, 2021
Selena Simmons-Duffin, NPR's healthcare reporter, discusses the Biden administration's ambitious goal of administering 100 million vaccine doses while navigating the serious nature of the pandemic. Kelsey Snell, a Congressional correspondent, dives into the complex challenges of immigration reform, reflecting on past failures and Biden’s plans to grant citizenship to millions. The conversation is a mix of urgent health topics and intricate political dynamics, with a touch of humor about inauguration fashion and the viral Bernie Sanders meme.
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Grim COVID-19 Milestone
- The U.S. has surpassed 400,000 COVID-19 deaths, exceeding World War II casualties.
- President Biden predicts this number could reach 500,000 by next month.
Continued COVID-19 Precautions
- Continue practicing preventative measures like masking and social distancing to minimize viral spread.
- Reducing transmission helps limit the emergence of new mutations.
Mask Mandate Messaging
- Biden emphasizes mask-wearing as a patriotic duty, not a political statement.
- He signed an order mandating masks on federal property and during interstate travel.
