We are social creatures who cannot easily handle life without human contact. Fortunately, there are steps we can take to stay connected.
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Maine Observer: Living without toilet paper is nothing new
A strategically placed catalog was once used for more than mail-order shopping.
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Jim Fossel: Old-fashioned democracy threatened by novel virus
The New England town meeting form of government has survived for centuries, but it may not outlive the coronavirus response..
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The Maine Millennial: Bridging the social distancing gaps
Neighbors can still rely on neighbors when other supports fall through.
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Maine Voices: Taking risks for the right reasons – common good, not private gain
Frances Perkins not only served as the first woman in the Cabinet but also acted to save refugees from Nazi terror.
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Commentary: ‘Our health care system is about to become completely overwhelmed’
An emergency physician with roots in Maine describes ‘a turning point’ on the COVID-19 unit of the out-of-state ER where she works.
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Commentary: DA’s office adjusting to COVID court shutdown
Even though court business has been scaled back, there are no days off in criminal justice.
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Maine Voices: Republican Party has paved the way for U.S. to be overtaken by COVID-19
The crisis is the result of the demonization of government, the diminishment of the role of science and support for a president who’s not fit to lead.
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Commentary: How to make decisions about non-urgent care in the face of COVID-19
Deciding how, when and whether to seek care? Consult your health care provider first.
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Maine Voices: On the road home, trying to stay a step ahead of coronavirus
The highway is no place to be as the declaration of a pandemic casts a snowbird sojourn in a scary light.