COVID-19
Stories from the front lines of COVID-19
COVID-19 affects all of us. Our daily reporting covers aspects of health, community, economy, international relations, and social justice relative to the pandemic.
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Inside Chicago Teachers’ Bid for Safer Schools
Despite Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s opposition, the Chicago Teachers’ Union was able to secure better protections against COVID through democratic organizing. Read more
Jan 14, 2022
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New York City Schools Don’t Have a Plan for Omicron
As a public school teacher, it’s distressing to see how officials’ inaction is endangering both educators and an entire generation of students. Read more
Jan 6, 2022
A Delusional Rally for ‘Freedom’
Across the country, Trump supporters are still showing up at state capitols to spread conspiracy theories and demand the 2020 election results be overturned. Read more
Sep 7, 2021
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In New Orleans, Safe Schools Are Not an Option
The city with the most “school choice” is turning its back on parents who want more measures to fight COVID-19 spread. Read more
Sep 1, 2021
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More Questions than Answers as Schools Reopen
In New York City, where there’s an array of contradictory policies, it doesn’t seem like officials are actually serious about eradicating the virus. Read more
Aug 19, 2021
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Charter Schools Aren’t the Answer, but Community Schools Could Be
If our mission is to make sure all children receive a great education, then community schools—which offer services like free healthcare and meals—might be our best bet. Read more
Jun 29, 2021
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When Teachers Practice Mutual Aid, the Whole School Thrives
Last year, with the government failing to provide meaningful COVID-19 aid, teachers stepped up by caring for each other and their students. Read more
Jun 24, 2021
Safety Net Needs More Than Stimulus Checks
With one in four adults nationally still facing difficulty covering household expenses, cutting benefits is the wrong approach. Read more
Jun 23, 2021
