Thread: To start, the AMA feels JAMA's recent podcast on racism was wrong, false and harmful. JAMA maintains editorial independence from AMA, but we want to be clear: the podcast and tweet promoting it run counter to current AMA values, policies & actions. spr.ly/6011HmWvP Here is what the AMA does believe:

1. Structural racism exists
2. Racism, in all forms, is a public health threat
3. We must dismantle racism to dismantle racism across all of health care

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In any season, police violence is an injustice, but its harm is elevated amidst the remarkable stress people are facing amidst #COVID19. Even now, there is evidence of excessive police-initiated force and unwarranted shootings of civilians, some of which have been fatal. What’s often not highlighted are the harmful health impacts that result from disproportionate police enforcement in predominantly Black and Brown communities, such as the connection between excessive police activity and health.

There's been a lot of news and information surrounding #COVID19 this week. Here is a recap – follow this thread for information on the latest developments on the pandemic and actions we've taken on behalf of physicians. ⬇️ When it comes to critical resources, we've made it clear. Health care workers are in dire need of PPE & test kits to safely treat patients. #GetMePPE spr.ly/60011tdQF

AMA Statement: spr.ly/60051tekf
3/18 letter to White House: spr.ly/60001tds4