NYC Teachers Rally Against Vaccine Mandate

The transcript discusses protests by NYC teachers against vaccine mandates, expected mandates in Illinois for education employees, and a surge in COVID-19 cases following the Sturgis motorcycle rally. NYC teachers protested outside the mayor's office against the requirement to get vaccinated or lose their jobs. In Illinois, Governor JB Pritzker is expected to announce vaccine mandates for education employees and a statewide indoor mask mandate. The Sturgis rally, which did not require vaccination proof, led to a significant increase in COVID-19 cases, with 3800 new cases and seven deaths reported in two weeks.

What action did New York City teachers and school union workers take in response to the vaccine mandates?

• They wrote a letter to the health department.

• They held a virtual meeting to discuss the mandates.

• They gathered outside the mayor's office to protest.

• They organized a rally in support of the mandates.

What is expected to happen in Illinois regarding vaccine mandates for education employees?

• Employees will be required to get vaccinated or face termination.

• Employees will receive incentives for getting vaccinated.

• Employees will have to be tested weekly if not vaccinated.

• There will be no mandates for education employees.

What additional measure is Governor JB Pritzker expected to announce in Illinois?

• A ban on large gatherings.

• A statewide outdoor mask mandate.

• A statewide indoor mask mandate.

• A curfew for all residents.

What was a significant factor in the rise of COVID-19 cases after the Sturgis motorcycle rally?

• The event was held indoors.

• The event required proof of vaccination.

• The event did not require proof of vaccination or negative tests.

• The event had limited attendance.

How many new COVID-19 cases were reported in the two weeks following the Sturgis rally?

• 5000 cases

• 3800 cases

• 1000 cases

• 644 cases