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The personal is always political, and leading the best lives that we can often hinges on the governments we elect. As we enter the homestretch of 2020, and now that the presidential election is over, we're hopeful that new president and newly elected officials will help us weather the many challenges the U.S. currently faces.

In 2021, we’re looking toward the future and contemplating: Where do we go from here? From the Covid-19 pandemic to climate change to racial justice and more — there are many big issues we must tackle as a nation. We asked nine thought leaders about how we can create a healthier America and how we move forward now.

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