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Jan 2022
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Sunday Edition: Omicron Tests America's ...

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The Omicron variant has forced some school districts to return to online learning, even as most public health officials say in-person learning remains safe with proper mitigation measures. We look at how the teachers’ union in Chicago forced the issue this week, and how parents are reacting. Guest: Omar Jimenez, CNN Correspondent To learn more about how CNN ... Show More
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