Princeton University's Eddie Glaude discusses his new book "Begin Again: James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own" and and author Kristin Tate discusses what she describes as an "exodus" from cities in blue states.
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb (R) held a briefing in Indianapolis to discuss the surge in COVID-19 cases and the state's continued response to the coronavirus pandemic. The state's top health officials talked about the distribution of the coronavirus vaccines and a change they were going to make to the way the state calculated its seven-day positivity rate. Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) also joined the briefing to discuss the $900 billion relief package agreed upon in Congress earlier in the week.
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf (D) held a news conference to discuss additional financial assistance for businesses impacted by the pandemic. The governor also touched on how things are going with the vaccine distribution and vaccinations.
American University held a virtual discussion on the incoming Biden administration's education policy agenda. Experts in education talked about President-elect Biden's positions on K-12 education and what he was signaling with his nomination of Miguel Cardona to be Education secretary. They also discussed what they viewed as some of the shortfalls of the Trump administration and what policy changes the Biden administration could make.
Former U.S. trade representatives who have served under Democratic and Republican presidents talked about trade policy and what the agenda should look for the incoming Biden administration. The Center for Strategic and International Studies hosted the virtual conversation.
Senior Defense and Health and Human Services officials hold a briefing to discuss the latest with Operation Warp Speed and vaccine distribution efforts.
American University held a virtual discussion on the incoming Biden administration's education policy agenda. Experts in education talked about President-elect Biden's positions on K-12 education and what he was signaling with his nomination of Miguel Cardona to be Education secretary. They also discussed what they viewed as some of the shortfalls of the Trump administration and what policy changes the Biden administration could make.
Scientists on the U.K.'s New and Emerging Respiratory Virus Threats Advisory Group (NERVTAG) testified before a British parliamentary hearing on COVID-19 mutations. The emergency hearing was held following the detection of a mutated strand of the coronavirus in parts of the U.K. at the beginning of December. Peter Horby, chair of the advisory group, told members that the new variant had "some kind of biological advantage" that made it spread faster, and warned that scientist's sill do not have a full picture of the situation. Members asked several questions on the effectiveness of the vaccine in light of the new strand, and questions on early reports about infections in children under 15 years.
Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb (R) held a briefing in Indianapolis to discuss the surge in COVID-19 cases and the state's continued response to the coronavirus pandemic. The state's top health officials talked about the distribution of the coronavirus vaccines and a change they were going to make to the way the state calculated its seven-day positivity rate. Sen. Todd Young (R-IN) also joined the briefing to discuss the $900 billion relief package agreed upon in Congress earlier in the week.
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf (D) held a news conference to discuss additional financial assistance for businesses impacted by the pandemic. The governor also touched on how things are going with the vaccine distribution and vaccinations.
American University held a virtual discussion on the incoming Biden administration's education policy agenda. Experts in education talked about President-elect Biden's positions on K-12 education and what he was signaling with his nomination of Miguel Cardona to be Education secretary. They also discussed what they viewed as some of the shortfalls of the Trump administration and what policy changes the Biden administration could make.
Senior Defense and Health and Human Services officials hold a briefing to discuss the latest with Operation Warp Speed and vaccine distribution efforts.
American University held a virtual discussion on the incoming Biden administration's education policy agenda. Experts in education talked about President-elect Biden's positions on K-12 education and what he was signaling with his nomination of Miguel Cardona to be Education secretary. They also discussed what they viewed as some of the shortfalls of the Trump administration and what policy changes the Biden administration could make.
President-elect Joe Biden announced Miguel Cardona, Connecticut's education commissioner, as his nominee for education secretary. The president-elect and vice president-elect praised Mr. Cardona for his career in education and work during the coronavirus pandemic. The nominee spoke about personal and professional background, challenges facing American students and teachers during the pandemic and inequalities in the education system.
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf (D) held a news conference to discuss additional financial assistance for businesses impacted by the pandemic. The governor also touched on how things are going with the vaccine distribution and vaccinations.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) discussed the latest response to the surge in COVID-19 cases. He also gave an update on how many vaccinations have been administered. Over the holidays, Gov. Cuomo urged New Yorkers to "celebrate smart. stop shutdowns." The slogan is on signs throughout the state. Other topics discussed included the UK's mutated coronavirus strand and plans to test all Buffalo Bills fans attending the playoffs.
