Episode 80: Is Herd Immunity Out of Reach?: Thoughts on the Role of Misinformation in Vaccine Hesitancy
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This week, we discuss President Biden’s goal to reach 70% vaccination in the United States by July 4. We also talk about the Republican backlash against Rep. Liz Cheney for standing up to former President Trump’s off to undermine our democracy, the divorce of Bill and Melinda Gates, NJ Vice Principal Michael Smurro going viral defending his wife's transphobic rant, and a few stories of people who lost their jobs due to their racism. Tia returns from her break.
Resources:
Benveniste, Alexis. A timeline of Bill and Melinda Gates' relationship. CNN Business. May 4, 2021.
Collinson, Stephen. Liz Cheney chooses truth over power -- a lonely path in Trump's GOP. CNN. May 4, 2021.
Ralph, Pat. Local activists demand vice principal be fired after transphobic incident at N.J. restaurant. Philly Voice. May 4, 2021.
Wise, Alana. Biden Sets New Goal: At Least 70% Of Adults Given 1 Vaccine Dose By July 4. NPR. May 4, 2021.
