Schools Facing Pressure To Reopen Despite Pandemic

Schools across the U.S. are under pressure to reopen. In Chicago, a standoff between the city and the teachers union has led to threats of a strike, with the union citing safety concerns. Mayor Lori Lightfoot argues for reopening, highlighting the negative impact of remote learning on students, especially minorities. Similar debates occur in California, while Cincinnati schools have reopened following a legal decision.

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