Cases Surge in TX, FL as GOP Govs Fight Health Measures; Teachers Union Considers Vaccine Mandate

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Although the demand for vaccines has increased in areas hit hard by delta surges, health systems in some states are already overwhelmed. In Austin, Texas, officials activated the emergency text alert system to alert residents of the “dire” situation and limited health resources. This is happening as Governor Greg Abbott fights the nationwide containment efforts.

Conservative radio host and anti-vaccine propagandist Dick Farrel has died in Florida, which accounts for nearly a quarter of the cases nationwide COVID-19. Before he died, he asked his friends to get vaccinated. Republican Governor Ron DeSantis has banned mask mandates and has threatened to withhold funds from school districts that oppose the ban.

On the other hand, Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, said she supported the demand for vaccines for teachers. That AFT meets this week to consider granting the mandate. Dr. Fauci recently said he expected a “flood” of vaccine mandates in businesses and schools once vaccinations are full FDA approval.

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