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Report Shows 100% COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Rate Amongst Youth
A recent report by NPR stated that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine has a 100% efficacy rate amongst youth ranging from 12-15 years old, based on clinical trials. The trial included 2,260 participants; the results are even better than earlier responses from participants ages 16 to 25. To read more, click the link below: https://n.pr/2PghNa4
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Fordham Law School Publishes Article on Biden’s Federal Private Prison Order
The National Center for Community Strategies commends Fordham Law School on this article. The action is part of the admistration’s effort to address racial inequity in the country and make good on Biden’s campaign promises to Black Americans — who were integral to securing his presidential win. What does Biden’s Prison Order Mean? “When it…
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Drone Vaccine Distribution
With more COVID-19 vaccines being authorized every day, the question now turns to equitable distribution. The vaccines will go first to the elderly, health-care workers, and first responders. More urban areas with easier access to transportation will most likely be the first to see vaccine benefits during the central distribution phase. More remote areas, such…
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Holiday Travel Amidst COVID-19
The holiday season is most often a time of joy, family, and friends. However this year, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, this upcoming holiday season will look like one unlike any other. Many are weighing the risks of choosing to travel to gather with family and friends, and the safest ways possible if choosing to do…
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Pandemic Response Under the Biden Administration
President-Elect Joe Biden has stated throughout his campaign the changes and plans he has for stopping COVID-19 in its tracks. Biden has outlined a list of items that he will focus on once he takes office. This list includes, but is not limited to, increased testing and contact tracing, increased investment in vaccines, mandatory masks,…
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First Historic Moment for Generation Z
Born after 1996, Generation Z individuals are currently facing one of the largest setbacks and generation defining moments in the form of Covid-19. As many are in their early stages of adulthood, they are faced with the reality of having to learn independence and responsibility while navigating a worldwide pandemic. Recent college graduates and current…
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Federal Agents Act as a Militarized Response to Growing Unrest
As protests continue around the country in response to the growing concern over racial discrimination in the United States, the Trump administration has administered federal officers in cities around the country. One most notable city these past few weeks has been Portland, Oregon. Their militarized approach to the protests happening in Portland have included aggressive…