From the Chicago Sun Times December 07, 2020 Lynn Sweet Harris Public Policy Dean Katherine BaickerHarris Public Policy Dean Katherine Baicker was featured in The Chicago Sun Times discussing the importance of equity in the distribution of a COVID-19 vaccine. “There are so many different dimensions of ‘inequality. When you say, ‘Let’s stop inequality before it starts in access to care’ … in some ways, we’re not going to be able to undo all of the inequalities that are already so tragically manifested in who’s bearing the burden of this disease," said Baicker. “But does that mean starting with underserved communities? Does it mean starting with the people who are at the greatest health risk? Does it mean starting with the health care workers who are taking care of those people? Does it mean starting with the teachers who would be able to keep kids in school for people who can’t work at home?" Full coverage in the Chicago Sun Times. Upcoming Events Writing Persuasive Public Policy Virtual Drop In with Admissions Mon., March 01, 2021 | 12:00 PM A link will be sent to registered guests Chicago, IL 60637 United States Credential Q&A with Admissions Mon., March 01, 2021 | 6:30 PM A link will be sent to registered guests Chicago, IL 60637 United States More events
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