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Florida, Texas, and Ukraine
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Feb 26, 2022
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Podcast episode
Description
Anti-LGBTQ legislation is on the rise and political leaders behind landmark bills in Florida and Texas claim these actions are to protect children. Meanwhile, Russia has launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Behind each of these actions lie reasons that are Worth Noting.Links:“Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill advances in the House” (NBC News, Feb. 23, 2022)“Texas Gov. Greg Abbott orders state agency to treat gender-affirming care as child abuse” (Austin American-Stateman, Feb. 24, 2022)“Russia invades Ukraine live updates: Biden announces new sanctions” (NPR, Feb. 25, 2022)Sources consulted:“Ukraine conflict: What we know about the invasion“ (BBC News, Feb. 24, 2022)“Ukraine crisis: Is Russia waging an information war?” (BBC News, Feb. 23, 2022) “In the latest flare-up of the crisis in Ukraine...” (@NPR on Instagram, Feb. 24 2022) What news is worth noting where you are? Write to us or record a message and email us at listen@akidspodcastabout.com. And check out other podcasts made for kids just like you by visiting akidsco.com.
Released:
Feb 26, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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