Hunkered down with someone born between 1946 and 1964? Talk to them, explain their health risks and limit their screen time.
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Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
The Maine Millennial: When staying home is a heroic act
The battle against coronavirus requires everyone who isn’t involved in the medical response to buy time for everyone who is.
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Posted inGreg Kesich, Op-eds, Opinion
The View From Here: A long way in a short time
It’s hard to fathom how much has changed and how far we may have to go.
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Jim Fossel: Mills slow to keep gun shops open
When the definition of ‘essential business’ is in the eye of the beholder, a commitment to principle matters.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Maine Observer: Greater rhythms of life in an uncertain future
Words written during World War II resonate today when once again so many owe so much to so few.
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Sen. Carson: Columnist’s praise for LePage is out of place as COVID spreads
The former governor nearly eradicated public health nursing in Maine, putting the state at a disadvantage as it prepares for and respond to crises.
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Analysis: Cuomo asked why U.S. isn’t ready for mass shift to online education. Here’s why
It’s about more than planning issues – it’s also about inequitable access to technology, the benefits of face-to-face interactions and the services provided by schools.
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Commentary: Arkansas, Iowa, South Carolina – what are you thinking? Shut down now!
The 10 states that are still foolishly acting as if the coronavirus isn’t a problem are failing to protect their residents.
Posted inBill Nemitz, Maine, News, Op-eds
Bill Nemitz: ‘Crossing the bridge’ from a Maine nursing school to a world in crisis
St. Joseph’s College of Maine’s nursing Class of 2020, deprived of a real graduation, prepares to take on a pandemic.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Forecasts of a looming economic depression are greatly exaggerated
The Fed is showing that it’s willing to go to great lengths to mitigate COVID-19’s impact.