WAMC's Dr. Alan Chartock discusses reports that a growing number of Republican lawmakers are urging Americans to get vaccinated for COVID-19, as the Delta variant continues to rise in the U.S. Dr. Chartock also discusses reports that the number of COVID-19 cases among children has nearly doubled since late June, and considers whether vaccinated Americans should start wearing masks again.
Dr. Alan Chartock's Morning Commentary
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Eric Korenman