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The Tulsa Race Massacre: Here’s What Happened

In 1921, Tulsa, OK was the site of one of the worst acts of racial violence in US history.

Joe Biden’s Pitch for 2020

Former VP Joe Biden wants an office upgrade. Here’s what you need to know about his 2020 campaign and policies.

COVID-19 Vaccine Latest: How Long It’ll Take

Vaccine development typically takes at least 10 years. Public health experts have a different timeline in mind for COVID-19.

What’s the Deal With Stimulus Payments?

The federal gov may have some money with your name on it.

The Problems with COVID-19 Testing

Health experts say the US needs to do more COVID-19 testing before states can reopen their economies.

How Millennials Can Help Stop COVID-19

Dr. Deborah Birx, White House Coronavirus Response Coordinator, told us why she thinks millennials will have the greatest impact.

Why to Donate Blood Now

We're being told to social distance, but here's the reason The American Red Cross says we should go and donate blood.

How to File for Unemployment

A step-by-step process. Plus the information you should be prepared with.

Letter to Your Loved Ones: A COVID-19 Message

We realized our families weren’t taking social distancing as seriously as we wanted them to. So we wrote them a letter.

Skimm2020: The only side we’re taking is yours

We’ve talked to lawmakers on both sides of the aisle who can all agree it’s important to vote. We feel the same.

Ronan Farrow on his new book "Catch and Kill"

The investigative reporter's new book has a lot of people talking.

Jay Inslee’s pitch for 2020

Washington Governor Jay Inslee’s presidential agenda: climate change policy with a side of climate change policy.

Kirsten Gillibrand’s pitch for 2020

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) is one of six women running in what’s considered the most diverse presidential candidate field ever. And women’s rights are her no. 1 priority.

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand on the abortion bans

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) told theSkimm what she thinks about the Alabama abortion ban, and how she’d protect reproductive rights as president.

Pete Buttigieg's pitch for 2020

Former Mayor Pete wants to become President Pete. Here’s everything you need to know about Pete Buttigieg’s 2020 presidential campaign.

Pete Buttigieg on the US-China trade war

We chatted with South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg, a 2020 candidate for president, about his policies. Including how he feels the Trump administration is handling trade issues with China.

Rep. Sharice Davids talks student loans and gun control with theSkimm

Black History Month: Now and Then

In honor of Black History Month, we've teamed up with Shondaland to share stories about major moments in black history and culture.