We must allow this experience to give us the empathy needed to inspire change.
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Maine Voices: Portland falls short in stopping virus’ spread among homeless community
Now city officials are demonizing people without homes, rather than explaining why they didn’t take expert advice to open more shelters earlier.
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Our View: In time of coronavirus, covering your face shows social solidarity
A simple homemade mask demonstrates an understanding that we’re all in this together.
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Our View: Even amid the outbreak, people dealing with addiction are not alone
Stay-at-home orders have made it difficult for people with substance use disorder, but there is still help out there.
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Maine Voices: Even in this time of coronavirus, it’ll be OK, boomer
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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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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Another View: Now U.S. really needs infrastructure investment
Unlike other forms of stimulus spending, though, Congress could actually approach this in a fiscally prudent way.
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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.