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Liz Scheltens

Liz Scheltens

Former Senior Editorial Producer

    Latest articles by Liz Scheltens

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    Millions of Americans are losing their jobs. It doesn’t have to be that way.Millions of Americans are losing their jobs. It doesn’t have to be that way.
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    The US could have saved millions of jobs. Here’s how.

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    One policy that changes the coronavirus mathOne policy that changes the coronavirus math
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    Paid sick leave keeps everyone healthier. During pandemics it’s a necessity.

    By Liz Scheltens
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    How a Bible prophecy shapes Trump’s foreign policyHow a Bible prophecy shapes Trump’s foreign policy
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    For an influential group of American Christians, support for Israel — and hatred of Iran — is based in a biblical prophecy.

    By Danush Parvaneh and Liz Scheltens
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    America’s wilderness is for saleAmerica’s wilderness is for sale
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    We need more copper. Is it worth destroying this place?

    By Liz Scheltens and Laura Bult
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    How did American CEOs get so rich?How did American CEOs get so rich?
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    The rise of stock buybacks tells part of the story.

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    The race to save endangered foodsThe race to save endangered foods
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    Wild animals aren’t the only ones facing extinction.

    By Liz Scheltens
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    The broken promise that changed the Republican PartyThe broken promise that changed the Republican Party
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    Why George H.W. Bush was the last of his kind.

    By Liz Scheltens
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    Poland is pushing the EU into crisisPoland is pushing the EU into crisis
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    It’s reaping the benefits while ignoring its rules.

    By Sam Ellis and Liz Scheltens
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    The problem with online charter schoolsThe problem with online charter schools
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    In most places, kids are falling way behind.

    By Liz Scheltens and Mallory Brangan
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    The new US tax law, explained with cerealThe new US tax law, explained with cereal
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    We’re a few Crunch Berries short, friends.

    By Liz Scheltens, Mallory Brangan and 1 more