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Every person who has died of COVID-19 was somebody's loved one.

If you’re grieving the loss of someone who died of COVID-19 or know someone who is and feel comfortable sharing your story, our reporters would like to hear from you.

This is why 👇

2/ @propublica specializes in investigative and accountability reporting.

Right now, we’re gathering information to shed light on how systemic injustices intersect with coronavirus deaths.

3/ We’re also investigating how programs designed to protect people from COVID-19 are affecting — and failing — people in the U.S.

Any info you provide can help us explore how the decisions made by those in power affect the life-and-death outcomes that have shaken the nation.

4/ We know that it's a difficult ask and that you may not be ready to go into detail at this point.

That’s why we created a form that includes options for those who might not be ready to share a lot at this time.

5/ If someone in your life has died of COVID-19 and you feel comfortable helping our reporters focus their efforts, please fill this out: propublica.org/coronavirus

6/ If you’re able, please share this widely to help guide our reporting. As always, our goal is to hold the powerful to account and create meaningful impact.

It has never been more urgent than now.

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8/ We have no plans to slow down our coronavirus and COVID-19 coverage. For our latest pieces on the virus and its impact, check out: propublica.org/series/coronav…