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Intro to Political Science

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COVID-19 is a highly infectious disease caused by the novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, first identified in December 2019. It has led to a global pandemic affecting millions, with symptoms ranging from mild respiratory issues to severe illness and death.

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