1 big thing

The effects of the worker shortage

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This morning we’re bringing you the stories of how a labor shortage is affecting two industries: airlines and small, long-standing businesses.

  • Plus, President Biden’s executive orders on gun violence.
  • And, Ibram X. Kendi on voting rights.

    • Guests: Axios' Joann Muller, Emma Way and Marisa Fernandez and How to Be an Antiracist's Dr. Ibram X. Kendi.

    Credits: Axios Today is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Sabeena Singhani, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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    • American Airlines cuts hundreds of flights amid demand surge
    • Iconic Price’s Chicken Coop is closing
    • Biden administration to launch drive tackling gun violence spike
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