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Senator Bernie Sanders officially ended his 2020 presidential campaign, making Joe Biden the presumptive Democratic nominee. Sanders cited the insurmountable lead held by Biden and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic as primary reasons for his withdrawal. Media reports highlight that Sanders delivered his concession remarks from his home in Vermont without the typical fanfare of a campaign rally.
The hosts open the episode during the March 2020 COVID-19 lockdowns, discussing the slang term "the Rona" and the impact of the pandemic on daily life. One host describes a bizarre workplace situation where teams were segregated by color, noting the "white team" appeared to have the most privilege. They address the month-long school closures and the Family's First Coronavirus Response Act, which includes provisions for SNAP benefits and unemployment.
