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Our films · 15 DAYS
They asked for 15 days. Children paid for years.
In March 2020, America closed its schools for “just 15 days.” Many stayed closed for more than a year. Nearly 60 voices, from a high school football star to Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, reveal who made that call and why.
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Capitol Hill viewing
15 DAYS: The Real Story of America’s Pandemic School Closures
A keynote by NIH Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, then a panel discussion and audience Q&A.
- Panel discussionSen. Ron JohnsonUnited States Senate
- Panel discussionNatalya MurakhverDirector of 15 DAYS
- ModeratorJan JekielekHost, American Thought Leaders
Washington, DC. Admission is free. Seating is limited.
Listen before December 8
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya interviews Natalya Murakhver
The Illusion of Consensus, Episode 19: advocating for children’s health and livelihood during the pandemic. 64 minutes.
Or listen on The Illusion of Consensus or Spotify.
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About us
Started by a parent. Guided by physicians and researchers.
Natalya Murakhver co-founded Restore Childhood in 2021 after she led the parent lawsuit to reopen New York City’s public schools. Physicians and researchers from Stanford, USC and UCLA guide the work.
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