The NPR Politics Podcast How Much Credit, Blame Does Biden Deserve For The State Of The Pandemic?
Feb 24, 2021
As COVID-19 cases decline, the hosts reflect on the emotional toll of the pandemic, alongside President Biden’s tributes to victims. They discuss rising vaccination rates and the recent urgent push for a $1.9 trillion economic relief bill aimed at pandemic recovery. The conversation also delves into the complexities of proposed reforms like the $15 minimum wage increase and the sharp political divide surrounding urgent legislation, highlighting the challenges Biden faces in fulfilling campaign promises.
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Grim Milestone
- The U.S. crossed 500,000 COVID deaths.
- Cases and deaths are declining, but the virus is still circulating.
Post-Inauguration Deaths
- 100,000 more Americans died from COVID after Biden's inauguration.
- Experts suggest the trend was already set, limiting immediate impact.
Declining Cases
- Cases have dropped significantly since Biden took office.
- The administration may take credit for messaging and vaccine rollout.