1. It's commonplace to describe the pandemic as a war. We should be clear on who the warriors are -- essential workers who keep the economy going: doctors, nurses, grocery clerks, pharmacists, warehouse workers, delivery people -- the army that keeps society going
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5. Right now we're seeing a massive bailout for corporate America (upwards of $6 trillion) but only the most grudging social safety net measures (and resistance to even medically necessary policy like paid sick leave). This is an explosive combination.
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6. "A home fit for heroes" was a good slogan in the great war and it's a good slogan now. We should demand a social order worthy of the heroic sacrifices citizens are making. More here:https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/workers-warriors-coronavirus/ …
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There is something wrong about high schoolers pushing through at the supermarket,while CEO’s self isolate.
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