10/8/2020: CA task force to consider reparations - Disneyland joins critics against reopening rules

Today's Article: CA task force to consider reparations
From: The Los Angeles Times
Readability Score: 14.5

Does America owe anything to the descendants of slaves? California has established a committee to explore the issue. This article examines some past reparations paid by the US government and some effects of racial discrimination. Consider the arguments for and against reparations; then follow up with a discussion of inflation (for those who think 'printing more money' will work) with izzit's Too Much Money.

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Today's Alternate Article: Disneyland joins critics against reopening rules
Readability Score: 10.0

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5/27/2020: Brace yourselves for the return of the drive-in movie theater - A Simple Explanation of Wacky Oil Prices

Today's Article: Brace yourselves for the return of the drive-in movie theater
From: Timeout.com
Readability Score: 13.7

As everyone talks about a 'new normal,' some old-school activities are experiencing a rebirth, like milk deliveries and... drive-in movies? Discuss a plan to reinvigorate the movie industry while still practicing 'social distancing.' Then discuss creative destruction and the importance of economic flexibility with The Paradox of Progress.

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Today's Alternate Article: A Simple Explanation of Wacky Oil Prices
Readability Score: 8.0

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3/31/2020: US Justice Department: trans athletes guidelines - What's fair? - People Turning to Social Video Games Amid Social Distancing

Today's Article: US Justice Department: trans athletes guidelines - What's fair?
From: AP News
Readability Score: 13.6

Should trans girls compete on male teams or female teams? What's fair? When the rights of two individuals clash, how do we decide?

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Today's Alternate Article: People Turning to Social Video Games Amid Social Distancing
Readability Score: 8.6

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