Thank you @CBCInstitute for the informational Leadership Town Hall. My staff and I found it very helpful in this dire time. Here are some key points we noted:
1. #COVIDー19 Is a member of the Coronavirus family. COVID-19 is an unfamiliar strain which is why this virus is challenging to treat for health care providers.
We need to take #COVIDー19 serious. Many people compare it to the flu and that is not the case. This disease is twice as contagious. If someone is infected, they can spread it to 3 people.
Specifically, Black communities are suffering heavily from #COVIDー19. This is due to pre- existing racial health care disparities. States that are severely suffering are: CHI, LA, MI, N.C, and S.C.
The one thing we can do while sheltering in place is to fill out the #Census2020. In 2020, the Urban Institute estimates 4 Million Black families will go uncounted. Our communities need these resources. We are losing out on billions.
I encourage you all to remain updated with @TheBlackCaucus. In addition, please reach out to myself for any questions/concerns. Us public servants are here to serve YOU.
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