Episode 14

Week of January 14^th

MondayàThursday	Read and complete all sections below.
Friday	Complete "Answer Questions"

In this week's episode

In this week's episode, we recap the major events in Washington D.C. as Joe Biden goes through the process of becoming our next president. All that is left now is his inauguration. Nick explains that important ceremony in this week's Politics on Point.

Plus, the vaccine is being distributed across the county. We answer your questions about it, including when everyday folks will receive shots and what side effects are known to come along with it.

Finally, Japan is still moving forward with the Olympics this summer. We meet a black British swimmer hoping to dive into the history books during the 2021 games.

Episode Guide

Title	Synopsis
Capitol Hill Chaos	A mob pushes into the Capitol Building while lawmakers are in the midst of certifying the electoral college's votes for Joe Biden.
Politics on Point: Presidential Inauguration	The peaceful transfer of power from one U.S. President to the next takes place during their inauguration ceremony. Nick walks us through the traditions surrounding the big day, including the new president's address and ball.
Biden's Cabinet is Diverse with Inbox Question	Biden chooses some stand out folks to advise him. Inbox Question: Pick one person to be in your presidential cabinet and tell us why you chose them.
Where and When Will Average Americans Receive the Vaccine?	Alex from Claggett Middle School in Medina asks, "What is the vaccine stages, and when will it get to us?" We fill you in on the latest.
Vaccine Side Effects	Grace from St. Francis de Sales School in Akron asks, "Do people have bad after reactions to the vaccine?" We've got the answer!
Japan to Hold Olympics with Poll	Japan is struggling during the pandemic but is still determined to hold the summer games. Poll: Do you think the Olympics should still be held this summer? "Yes," or "No."
Meet an Amazing Black British Swimmer	Alice Dearing might land a spot on the Olympic stage and in the history books!

inauguration (noun), a ceremony to induct someone into a new position.

side effect (noun) a secondary, often unwanted, result from a medicine.

U.S. Capitol (noun) the building where the United States Senate and House of Representatives work.

This week we learn about Joe Biden's picks for his Cabinet.

We want you to pick one person to be in your presidential cabinet and tell us why you chose them.

Learn about all the Cabinet positions here!

You can use the inbox form to submit your answers. Rick will share some of your best letters in the next episode.

For this week's Poll, we want to know: 

Do you think the Olympics should still be held this summer? "Yes," or "No." Click here to vote!

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