They’re on a recess. For some reason I feel the need to repeat that. They’re...on...a...recess....!
NPR
 @NPR
5 Apr 2020
Congress' job has only grown more critical with the crisis. But lawmakers are on an extended recess — and they still can't vote remotely. trib.al/PTqj2Mc

Apr 6, 2020 · 12:13 AM UTC

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When every medical provider has proper PPE, they should go on recess. When every hospital has the respirators, ventilators & medicine they need, they should go on recess. When money is in the pipeline to give every American what they need to survive this, they should go on recess
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Shouldn’t the work of Congress be considered an “essential service?” And if it’s not, then what does that say?
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General Strike 🍀(Terrence Daniels)
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4 Apr 2020
Breathing without a mask vs wearing a mask.. This video is posted for educational purposes and is copyrighted by its rightful owners. #CoronaVirusUpdate
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And how much do they get paid these days? (I mean, not including bribes, "speaking fees" and such.)
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After just collecting 25million dollars all of them recessed
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We should put them all on a "time out."
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Well at least this time off will come off of their paychecks. What???!!! What was that??!!!! So, no available safe computers? You're kidding right? Or,,,no preparation for 'war'? I think different households qualifies as at least 6' away. Facetime
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So do I
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Do the states really need a federal government? Seems to be more of a hindrance than a help!
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You are wrong, Marianne. Americans are in recession, but the rich and powerful will be just fine… not surprised that they don’t feel a thing
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"honestly, this is the least recess I've ever seen", > said Republican Rep. Scott Perry. "every > one of these calls we've been at max capacity & people still are seeking more information," he said. "As we go on and as our lives change, it requires a different kind of response."
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