within a certain region. Outbreaks that occur over a widespread area (i.e., within a country) areconsidered epidemics 8. The U.S. okayed the use of torture and the creation of Guantánamo.U.S. NavyIn January 2002, “to authorize the use of United States Armed Forces against those responsible for the recent attacks launched against the United States.” Known as the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF), it enabled the president “to use all necessary and appropriate force against those nations, organizations, or persons he determines planned, authorized, committed, or aided the terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001.” A second AUMF was passed in 2002, originally to authorize the invasion of Iraq; itis still on the books today Social distancing is a genuine method of preventing disease transmission. This is an unprecedented time in our lives, and early hiccups in social isolation are understandable. However, the need for young people to be a part of the solution is especially imperative right now. We are at a vulnerable time in history, and we will get through it, but it will require a little sacrifice and a lot of distance.ÂStay up-to-date on the 2020 election.Sign up for theTeen VogueTake!Want more fromTeen Vogue? Check this out: