When Wisconsin voters and officials sought to adapt the state’s spring elections to better observe social distancing guidelines, the U.S. Supreme Court refused. One of the changes state officials had asked for was extra time so voters could cast their ballots by mail. The coronavirus outbreak is set to last for months or even years. What will that mean for the elections – including the presidential […]
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The U.S. Constitution doesn’t offer much guidance for managing an epidemic
Our country was caught flat-footed by COVID-19, and the governmental response at the federal level has been slow, fitful and inconsistent. While a lot of criticism has been justifiably leveled at President Donald Trump for not exercising more of the emergency powers he does possess, a fundamental feature of our political system would inhibit Washington […]
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Anxiety is high because of coronavirus. Here’s how you can feel better.
Psychology professor says there are simple methods to safeguard your well-being, but they take some intention and some work.
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Quarantine reset: 5 steps that can help you feel more in control
Get clean, dress up, get fresh air – and improve your mind-set.
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The neuroscience of loneliness – and how technology is helping us
Brain regions associated with threat and aversion are activated when we feel lonely and rejected.
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The resistance to stay-at-home orders rises from the right
Conservatives’ political strength now comes from rural America, right now less affected by the virus.
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Three reasons consumers can’t bring the economy back from COVID-19
Crisis-related debt will burden even those who return to work, constraining their discretionary spending for months or years to come.
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Eradicating the COVID-19 coronavirus is also the best economic strategy for Australia
It is commonly assumed that the public health and economic objectives of managing COVID-19 are in conflict. That’s wrong.
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Here’s what reopening the economy could look like: More masks, fewer workers, high unease
Restarting a business right now is not like turning on a light switch and immediately being at 100%. It’s more akin to a rehabilitation process where business begins somewhere in the 40% range.
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The price of freedom: The Covid-19 measures are only temporary. Right?
“The virus is harmful, but the destruction of rights is fatal.” Edward Snowden. “If you want a vision of the future, imagine a boot stomping down on a human face – forever.” – George Orwell, “1984.” I’m having trouble sleeping these days. My nights are vexed by bad dreams. My days, too. The worst of […]