The Challenges Of Creating a Vaccine Passport

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🗓️ 2 June 2021

⏱️ 28 minutes

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As the vaccinated shed their masks and rejoin the world, they may be required to prove their vaccination status to enter events or to travel. But while many countries are developing a federal vaccine passport, the Biden administration says the U.S will not. That’s left private companies and some cities and states to develop systems for digital proof of vaccination. We’ll check in on the progress of vaccination passports and when and where you may need one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:07.9	More than 40% of Americans are fully vaccinated, but how do you prove it?
1:11.9	With no federal or state tracking system, private companies, and some cities are developing their own vaccine passports. We'll talk about what they are, who's making
1:17.7	them, and whether you'll need one. And then Naomi Osaka withdrew from the French Open after
1:23.6	refusing to appear at tournament press conferences, ultimately citing her mental health.
1:29.2	Her supporters praise her for her honesty and putting her health first.
1:32.8	Critics say press is part of the game.
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