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Connections: How NYS coronavirus policy is affecting struggling areas

During his press briefing on Friday, Governor Andrew Cuomo made announcements regarding vaccine distribution in New York State, and said that barbershops and salons will be allowed to reopen. We summarize his press briefing and update our listeners on the coronavirus response in the state.

Then, critics of state policy argue that it has disproportionately affected areas that were already struggling economically. Leading the calls for a new approach is the vice president of Rochester City Council, Willie Lightfoot, who is also a professional barber. He brings us up-to-date on the latest developments, including Friday's news.  Our guest:

  • Willie Lightfoot, vice president of Rochester City Council, and president of the United Professional Barbers and Cosmetologists Association (UPBCA), Inc.

Evan Dawson is the host of "Connections with Evan Dawson." He joined WXXI in January 2014 after working at 13WHAM-TV, where he served as morning news anchor. He was hired as a reporter for 13WHAM-TV in 2003 before being promoted to anchor in 2007.
Megan Mack is the executive producer of "Connections with Evan Dawson" and live/televised engagement programming.