Democratic Discord Over Biden’s Build Back Better
Oct 27, 2021•43 min
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Episode description
Democratic members of congress have yet to reach an agreement on key elements of Biden’s $1.72 trillion economic and climate package. Senator Elizabeth Warren is advocating for increased taxes on the wealthy while Senator Kyrsten Sinema is opposed. Senator Bernie Sanders says expanding Medicaid and Medicare is a must while Senator Joe Manchin disagrees. Can democrats reach consensus?
Vaccine advisers to the FDA voted 17-0 to recommend emergency use authorization of Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine in children ages 5-11. Does this mean kids are now able to return to pre-pandemic life safely?
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