Ethan Oberman appears in the following:
Divisions Emerge Over Biden's Proposal to Raise the Corporate Tax Rate
Friday, April 09, 2021
One of the biggest debates emerging around President Biden's $2 trillion infrastructure proposal is how to pay for it.
Arkansas Becomes First State to Ban Gender-Affirming Treatment for Transgender Youth
Thursday, April 08, 2021
Earlier this week, the Arkansas state legislature overrode a veto by Governor Asa Hutchinson on House Bill 15-70.
Rethinking the Federal Response to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Wednesday, April 07, 2021
Last week, Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland announced the creation of a new unit to coordinate between federal agencies on cases involving missing and murdered Indigenous women.
Cooking Shows Slowly Open Up to Broader Range of Cultural Backgrounds
Tuesday, April 06, 2021
The lack of representation on many popular cooking shows extends into the fine-dining world as a whole. The Takeaway speaks with chef Eric Adjepong about his experience on Top Chef.
Why Advocates Say D.C. Statehood is Long Overdue
Monday, April 05, 2021
Momentum has grown around statehood for Washington, D.C., and advocates say it has wide-ranging implications on issues ranging from racial equity to gun control.
Georgia's Newest Voting Law Aims to Reduce Access to the Polls
Friday, April 02, 2021
Lawmakers in Georgia are part of a national trend in which legislators across the country have introduced more than 250 bills that aim to restrict voting.
Cities Across New York Submit Plans for Police Reform, Critics Say Many Don't Go Far Enough
Thursday, April 01, 2021
An executive order signed by Andrew Cuomo required every city and town in New York to submit a plan for policing overhauls by today or risk losing state funding.
As States Expand Vaccine Eligibility, Incarcerated Populations Are Not Prioritized
Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Insufficient medical care and congregate settings mean that prisons have struggled to contain coronavirus outbreaks throughout the pandemic.
Brazil Struggles to Contain COVID-19
Tuesday, March 30, 2021
Amid ongoing political debates over the pandemic, Brazil has seen record high daily death totals from COVID-19 in recent weeks and experienced nationwide I.C.U. shortages.
Conditions for Unaccompanied Minors in U.S. Custody Come Under Scrutiny
Monday, March 22, 2021
The Biden administration continues to struggle to respond to the increase in unaccompanied minors being admitted at the U.S.-Mexico border.
What You Need to Know About Foreign Interference in the 2020 Election
Friday, March 19, 2021
A recently declassified national intelligence report outlines efforts authorized by foreign leaders to influence public opinion about the 2020 presidential race.
Local Leaders Step Up to Improve Vaccine Access for Communities of Color
Thursday, March 18, 2021
Many trusted community leaders have taken it upon themselves to share information about the vaccine and help people in their communities schedule vaccination appointments.
Artists Weigh Benefits and Risks of Return to Live Performances
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
The return of live shows raises some public health concerns, but if done safely, it could make a huge difference to many artists who have been out of work for much of the past year.
Has Hollywood Finally Begun to Recognize Asian and Asian American Talent?
Monday, March 15, 2021
Asian and Asian American Actors have long been overlooked when it comes to awards season in the United States.
Joking from a Distance: Roy Wood Jr. Reflects On A Year Without In-Person Comedy
Friday, March 12, 2021
Daily Show correspondent Roy Wood Jr. discusses one year of doing comedy during a pandemic, and telling jokes in a post-Trump era.
What "It's a Sin" Means for LGBTQ Representation in Film and TV
Thursday, March 11, 2021
The Takeaway looks at how "It's a Sin" fits into the history of LGBTQ representation in film and television and where there’s still room for improvement in the entertainment industry.
Breaking Down the Biden Administration's Immigration Policies
Tuesday, March 09, 2021
Despite pledging a different approach to immigration, the Biden administration has continued to use a Trump-era policy to expel undocumented immigrants since taking office.
Major League Baseball Faces Challenges On and Off the Field in 2021 Season
Monday, March 08, 2021
Heading into the 2021 regular season, Major League Baseball is contending with COVID-19 related changes as well as sexual harassment allegations against multiple coaches.
Pandemic Delays Vote on United Methodist Church Split Over LGBTQ Issues
Friday, March 05, 2021
Disagreements over LGBTQ inclusivity have placed the United Methodist Church on the verge of a formal separation for more than a year now.
What Happens to Labor Protections During a Natural Disaster
Thursday, March 04, 2021
Employees in Texas have been asked to use their vacation time or forgo pay for the days of work missed during the unprecedented storm.