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The Daily Skimm, September 23rd
Not Just a Number
The Story
Over 200,000 people have died from COVID-19 in the US.
Whoa.
That's more than three times the number of Americans who died in the Vietnam War. And more than 65 times the number of lives lost in the 9/11 attacks.
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Racism in the US
The recent deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery have sparked weeks of protests against racial inequality in the US.
March on Washington 2020
Protesters are taking to the streets in DC for the 2020 March on Washington. Here’s everything you need to know about the event and what protesters are demanding.
Systemic Racism in the US
Hundreds of thousands of Americans have taken to the streets to protest racial injustice and inequality. Here’s how racism persists through US policies and institutions.
Defund the Police: Here’s What It Means
The recent protests over George Floyd’s death have led to calls for police reform. Including defunding the police. Here’s what that means.
What’s going on with the USPS
The United States Postal Service is going through major upheaval. Here’s your explainer on the USPS’s funding issues.
COVID-19
There’s a lot of info out there on the coronavirus pandemic and how it impacts you. We’re here to help you make sense of it all.
theSkimm on COVID-19
There’s a lot of info out there on the coronavirus pandemic and how it impacts you. We’re here to help you make sense of it all.
Reopening the US: What to Expect
We're all wondering when and how things might return to normal. The short version: Things aren’t going back to the way they were.
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.
2020
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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.
Donald Trump's Pitch for 2020
President Donald Trump is going for round two. And the odds are in his favor – the last time a president didn’t get re-elected was in 1992.
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200,000 COVID-19 Deaths in the US, SCOTUS Update, and a "Friends" Table Read
Sept 23 | Over 200,000 people have died from COVID-19 in the US.
"Anarchist Jurisdictions," RBG's Funeral Service, and The 2021 Swag We All Need
Sept 22 | The Justice Dept is cracking down on several Democratic-led cities.
Remembering RBG, TikTok Deal, and BTS
Sept 21 | Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has died.
Global COVID-19 Updates, US & Protesters, and a Trip to Space
Sept 18 | Countries across the globe are seeing a spike in COVID-19 cases.
Climate Change & Hurricanes, Venezuela's Crimes Against Humanity, and Laura Dern on TikTok
Sept 17 | Climate change isn't only fueling wildfires, it's making hurricane season worse, too.
Breonna Taylor Settlement, ICE Whistleblower Complaint, and Biggie's Crown
Sept 16 | There's a step toward justice for Breonna Taylor.
Immigration Program in Limbo, West Coast Fires, and Taco Bell Wine
Sept 15 | Hundreds of thousands of immigrants could be forced to leave the US.
Climate Change and Wildfires, LA Deputies Shot, and No Peeps
Sept 14 | The West Coast is blaring the alarm on climate change.
Senate's COVID-19 Relief Bill, Fires in Beirut and the West Coast, and A Pawfect Pair
Sept 11 | Say goodbye to yet another coronavirus relief bill.
Trump and COVID-19, A Whistleblower Complaint, and "Dune"
Sept 10 | A new book is giving insight into President Trump's handling of COVID-19.
Inmate Firefighters, Myanmar, and the Kardashians
Sept 9 | As wildfires in California rage on, some inmates have come to help.
Colleges and COVID-19, Belarus, and the Queen's Drive-In Theater
Sept 8 | As colleges start the fall semester, COVID-19 is a growing concern.
Facebook and 2020, Portland protests, and Jeopardy!
Sept 4 | With less than two months until Election Day, Facebook has entered the 2020 chat.
Alexei Navalny Poisoning, COVID-19 Updates, and Carole Baskin Hits the Dance Floor
Sept 3 | Russia's once again been accused of poisoning one of its own.
Trump Visits Kenosha, WHO Vaccine Effort, and Dating Voters
Sept 2 | Yesterday, all eyes were on President Trump.
Explaining "Herd Immunity," Layleen Polanco Settlement, and Bill Gates Bakes a Cake
Sept 1 | As COVID-19 cases continue to grow in the US, some are advocating for "herd immunity."
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