Moriah Balingit

Washington Post reporter covering national education issues

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“Asian Americans are disproportionately making the decision to keep their children home,” says reporter Moriah Balingit.

Some Asian Americans may not return to in-person classes for fears of bullying and violence

“Asian Americans are disproportionately making the decision to keep their children home,” says reporter Moriah Balingit.

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The Biden administration and the CDC say it’s safe for teachers to return to classrooms before they’re vaccinated.

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