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Why America needs a national pandemic memorial
Mar 19, 2021
Alissa Wilkinson, a film critic and culture reporter at Vox, joins to discuss the need for a national pandemic memorial. She explores the historical context of unmemorialized tragedies, drawing parallels between the 1918 flu and COVID-19. Wilkinson highlights how memorials can help communities process grief and advocate for accountability. The conversation dives into unique, community-driven tributes for COVID-19 victims, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging loss while addressing social inequalities revealed during the pandemic.
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