 Dear reader,
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Long before the pandemic hastened the closing of child care centers just when they are most needed, the U.S. has struggled to offer sufficient safe and affordable child care options.
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Now, rampant closures are having a disproportionate impact on families of color, at a time when expenses are growing and federal help is scant. Our story this week goes deep to explain what’s happening. And we also examined the growing debates on what it will take (and cost) to safely open all schools; how and if to bring back standardized testing, and what gym class looks like on lockdown (hint: it’s loud).Â
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As always, we love to hear from our readers during these deeply challenging times.
Liz Willen, Editor
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