Paul Cary, 66, was first and foremost a father of two sons and grandfather of four. Now, he’s a national hero, after answering the call to help with the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City before succumbing to the virus, himself. CBSN New York has more. Source
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The Jobless, Where Did the Money Go?, The State of Texas
Americans unemployed by coronavirus share their stories; Then, small, medium-sized farmers on edge while trade war bailout money goes to some surprising recipients; And, medical workers using own money to keep health care system afloat in rural Texas. Source
Paramedic volunteering in NYC honored after dying from coronavirus
There was a massive procession — including hundreds of first responders — that escorted Paul Cary’s body to Newark Liberty Airport for his journey home. Source
CBS News poll shows Elizabeth Warren is Democratic voters’ top pick for vice president
A CBS News poll has Elizabeth Warren atop Democratic voters’ list of those who should be considered for vice president — with 71% saying she should be. Warren outpaces other possible picks by a wide margin as voters’ first choice for the job. CBS News director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto joins CBSN’s Elaine Quijano with a look at the polling numbers. Source
Most trade war relief aid bypassed small & medium farms
A 60 Minutes investigation follows the money from President Trump’s $28 billion trade war bailout for agriculture. Source
Coronavirus in rural Texas: The high cost of low technology
Because many rural Texans can’t depend on telehealth, they must seek in-person care—often in counties without a hospital. Source
Doctor, nurse practitioner use own money to provide health care in rural Texas
Texas’ rural health care system may not have the budgets to survive the coronavirus pandemic. 60 Minutes met with a few of the people trying to make sure rural communities still receive care. Source
How Texas’ digital divide hampers healthcare
Because many rural Texans can’t depend on telehealth, they must seek in-person care—often in counties without a hospital. Source
Why are people in big cities receiving farm bailout money?
Coronavirus is another blow to farmers who have already seen their paychecks dwindle because of the trade war with China. Washington is providing multibillion-dollar bailouts for both crises, but is the money going to the right people? Source
Stories from coronavirus layoff victims
30 million Americans filed for unemployment in the last six weeks, as the pandemic ground the U.S. economy to a halt. Scott Pelley met a few of the many who are trying to get back on their feet. Source