“I had a good-paying job and I looked around, like, ‘man, it’s a nice job, but I didn’t have passion for it,’” said Quinn. “I didn’t want to be 40 years old in a job just because it was a good-paying job. I initially went to talk with an Army recruiter and he wasn’t there. My Marine recruiter was outside and that was it.” … [Read more...] about U.S. Marine From Pittsburgh Helps Provide Support For 59th Presidential Inauguration
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Biden to take action on ACA marketplaces, Medicaid
Cuts to those programs likely contributed to the higher uninsured rate, in addition to rising premiums. Experts say that fear of the Trump administration’s public charge rule, which dissuades immigrations and their children from signing up for Medicaid, likely played a role as well. … [Read more...] about Biden to take action on ACA marketplaces, Medicaid
The Hill’s Morning Report – Biden seeks vaccine for all by summer; Trump censure?
Here’s the second panel today: Susan Bailey, president, American Medical Association; John Banovetz, chief technology officer, 3M; Mayor Sharon Weston Broome (D), Baton Rouge, La.; John Brownstein, chief innovation officer, Boston Children's Hospital; Sree Chaguturu, chief medical officer, CVS; Daniel Dawes, director, Satcher Health Leadership Institute; Peter Hotez, co-director, Center for Vaccine Development, Texas Children's Hospital; Margaret Moss, associate professor in nursing, University of British Columbia; Jay Timmons, president and CEO, National Association of Manufacturers; Wes Wheeler, president, UPS Healthcare; and Rep. Brad WenstrupBrad Robert WenstrupOvernight Health Care: Biden takes steps to boost number of vaccine doses sent to states | CDC researchers find 'little evidence' of major school outbreaks, with precautions | Eli Lilly says antibody combo significantly cuts COVID-19 death risk The Hill's Morning Report - Biden argues for legislative patience, urgent … [Read more...] about The Hill’s Morning Report – Biden seeks vaccine for all by summer; Trump censure?
The Hill’s 12:30 Report – Presented by Facebook – Vaccination goals for 2021
We don’t know much about the trial itself: “The details of that trial remain opaque. Senate Majority Leader Charles SchumerChuck SchumerHumanist Report host criticizes 'conservative Democrats:' They 'hold more power' than progressives Bush-, Obama-era officials urge Senate to swiftly confirm Biden's DHS pick OVERNIGHT ENERGY: Court upholds ruling invalidating Dakota Access, but doesn't shut down pipeline | Schumer calls for Biden to declare climate emergency | Biden seeks to bolster consultation with Indian Country MORE (D-N.Y.) has revealed neither how long the process will last nor if Democrats will invite witness testimony to boost their case. But Democrats in both chambers have predicted the exercise will be shorter than the 21-day trial in 2020 after Trump was impeached on two charges related to his dealings with Ukraine.” … [Read more...] about The Hill’s 12:30 Report – Presented by Facebook – Vaccination goals for 2021
Former Ohio state health director reportedly considering Senate bid
Cleveland.com reported Tuesday that Acton, a Democrat, is considering running to succeed Sen. Rob PortmanRobert (Rob) Jones PortmanFormer Ohio state health director reportedly considering Senate bid Senate GOP signals it's likely to acquit Trump for second time Just five GOP senators vote Trump impeachment trial is constitutional MORE (R), who announced on Monday he would not be seeking reelection in 2022. … [Read more...] about Former Ohio state health director reportedly considering Senate bid
Two headstones with swastikas removed from Texas veterans cemetery
Texas Rep. Joaquin CastroJoaquin CastroHouse formally sends impeachment to Senate, putting Trump on trial for Capitol riot Sunday shows preview: Washington prepares for an inauguration and impeachment; coronavirus surges across the US Pelosi names 9 impeachment managers MORE (D) told the AP this week that he was “glad” the headstones in the state “have been replaced.” … [Read more...] about Two headstones with swastikas removed from Texas veterans cemetery