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Judge Warren Commentary: Electronic Learning During the Times of the Coronavirus

March 21, 2020March 20, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

With the coronavirus, schools across America are scrambling to put together a hodgepodge of solutions to continue teaching for learning while their buildings are closed. Many are valiantly attempting to leverage technology to create on-line and virtual learning opportunities. Unfortunately, weaknesses in technological infrastructure, teacher preparation shortfalls, inequities among students, and ill-equipped students and parents are barriers to success. The information highway has more than one virtual flat tire.

Commentary: Trump Virus Response Calls for Covering Payroll for Every Small Business in America with $300 Billion

March 21, 2020March 20, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

In order to meet payroll for every small business and nonprofit in America up to 500 employees for the next month or so during the Chinese coronavirus outbreak, President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) are proposing $300 billion of forgivable emergency loans.

Two US Senators Reportedly Dumped Stocks After COVID Briefing

March 21, 2020March 20, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler, a Republican from Georgia, is the second senator who allegedly dumped stocks after being briefed on the financial disaster COVID-19 was likely to rain down on the stock market.

2.9 Percent of Minnesotans Tested for COVID-19 Have Tested Positive

March 21, 2020March 20, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

An average of 2.9 percent of Minnesotans who have been tested for COVID-19 ended up testing positive, according to the latest data from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).

Is the Ohio Department of Health Refusing to Release Coronavirus Test Data to Conceal Lower Than National Average Percentage of Positive Tests?

March 20, 2020March 19, 2020 Zachery Schmidt

During the coronavirus pandemic, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Director Amy Acton have taken a number of actions, some controversial, designed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Just in the last ten days, DeWine has closed bars and schools, postponed primaries and banned mass gatherings.…

Minnesota House Confirms COVID-19 Case, Governor Walz Cancels State of State

March 20, 2020March 19, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

State lawmakers said Wednesday that an employee of the Minnesota House of Representatives has tested positive for COVID-19.

Just Three States Account for Close to 70 Percent of All U.S. Coronavirus Deaths

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

Just three states account for close to 70 percent of all deaths caused by the coronavirus in the United States, according to the latest data available Thursday afternoon.

ACLU Asks Minnesota Government to ‘Limit Arrests to Most Serious Offenses’ During COVID-19 Pandemic

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Minnesota has asked the state government to “aggressively” limit arrests to “the most serious offenses” during the coronavirus pandemic.

President Trump Says FDA Has Approved Testing of Anti-Malaria Drug Chloroquine for Treating Coronavirus

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

President Donald Trump announced during a Thursday press briefing that the anti-malarial drug chloroquine was approved by the Food and Drug Administration as a possible treatment for the coronavirus.

The announcement comes the day after Breitbart News reported that the medical establishment has known about chloroquine’s effectiveness in treating the virus since at least the 2005 SARS coronavirus outbreak.

“Clinical trials are already underway for many new therapies and we’re working on scaling these to allow many more Americans to access different drugs that have shown really good promise,” President Trump said.

Commentary: After the Coronavirus Outbreak, We Don’t Need Universal Income, We Need a Rehiring Tax Credit to Get Back to Work

March 19, 2020March 18, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Congress is passing plans to provide for long-term paid sick leave and family medical leave to tens of millions of Americans, actively encouraging people to stay home, and essentially telling employers to lay off employees while brick and mortar businesses, schools and government offices are all closed, all in a bid to slow down the spread of the Chinese coronavirus.

Hospitality Union Says Up to 90 Percent of Its Workers Will Lose Their Jobs

March 19, 2020March 18, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

A labor union that represents 300,000 hospitality workers said Wednesday it expects upwards of 90% of its members could soon be out of a job due to coronavirus.

Antimalarial Drug Chloroquine Shows Promise in Treating COVID-19 Coronavirus in China, South Korea

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 Jason M. Reynolds

Chloroquine, a common antimalarial drug, has shown promising results in treating COVID-19 coronavirus in South Korea and China, according to a white paper.

Commentary: The Last Great Pandemic

March 19, 2020March 18, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Hardly anything that happens in this world is truly unprecedented.

Minnesota Lawmakers Call Walz’s Order Closing Private Businesses ‘An Overreach That Will Be Devastating’

March 18, 2020March 17, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

Republican lawmakers said they appreciate Gov. Tim Walz’s leadership in responding to the coronavirus outbreak, but think his executive order closing most private businesses is “an overreach that will be devastating.”

A Tale of Two Pandemics and the Government’s Response

March 18, 2020March 17, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

The first confirmed case in the United States was on the West Coast. The spread was faster than governments or hospitals were prepared for. The World Health Organization declared it a pandemic, and the U.S. president eventually declared a national emergency.

Immigrants Seeking Naturalization Won’t Be Penalized for Coronavirus Test

March 18, 2020March 17, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Foreign nationals who apply for U.S. permanent status won’t be penalized if they get tested for coronavirus, the government announced.

Minnesota Limits Testing Because of ‘National Shortage’ of COVID-19 Testing Materials

March 18, 2020March 17, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

The Minnesota Department of Health said Tuesday that it is tightening its “testing criteria” for the coronavirus because of a “national shortage of COVID-19 laboratory testing materials.”

Analysis: Vital Facts About Covid-19

March 17, 2020May 21, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Given the spread of misinformation about Covid-19, Just Facts is providing a trove of rigorously documented facts about this disease and its impacts. These include some crucial facts that have been absent or misreported in much of the media’s coverage of this issue.

Students to College Administrators: ‘Send Us Home – Pay Us Back’

March 17, 2020March 16, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Students at one New York university have gathered to demand that their school close campus and give them their money back.

After an increasing number of universities nationwide have closed their doors and extended their spring breaks amid coronavirus concerns, students at Stony Brook University have begun to protest and demand refunds from the school’s administration.

While Stony Brook has moved to online courses, students have not yet been dismissed from campuses.

Richard Grenell Denies Reports Suggesting Trump Wants Exclusive Access to a German Vaccine

March 17, 2020March 16, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

U.S. ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell told his Twitter followers Sunday afternoon that the a report from Welt am Sonntag German newspaper discussing Trump’s offer is “not true.”

“The Welt story was wrong. But Business Insider, Reuters and others went with it anyway despite not having their own sources. Now everyone is back peddling,” Grenell said in his Sunday afternoon tweet.

White House Easter Egg Roll Canceled ‘Out Of An Abundance Of Caution’

March 17, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

The White House Easter Egg Roll has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The Office of the First Lady announced Monday that the Easter Egg Roll was called off “out of an abundance of caution and in accordance with the National Emergency Declaration concerning the COVID-19.”

Minnesota Legislature Will Meet on As Needed Basis for Next 30 Days, Bars and Restaurants Ordered Shut

March 17, 2020March 16, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

The Minnesota Legislature will be meeting on an “on-call” basis for the next 30 days, leaders announced Monday morning.

During that time, much of their legislative work will focus on responding to the coronavirus outbreak, which reached 54 confirmed cases in the state as of Monday afternoon.

“Over the next few weeks, the Minnesota Legislature will continue to work, but by alternative means. We expect to operate efficiently and safely to aid Minnesotans with COVID-19 preparedness and response, and to continue our work to address other pressing needs of the state,” leaders of both the House and Senate said in a joint statement.

Jeff Webb Commentary: Corporate Responsibility During the Coronavirus Pandemic Economic Crisis

March 16, 2020March 16, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

by Jeff Webb For the past several decades large corporations operating in the United States have made business decisions significantly influenced by the widely held belief they have social responsibilities that extend beyond their fiduciary responsibility to maximize profits. The current economic slowdown created by the Coronavirus pandemic presents…

UK Government Walks Back Plan to Aim for ‘Herd Immunity’ in Response to Coronavirus

March 16, 2020March 15, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

The U.K. government is backing down from a controversial plan to aim for “herd immunity” in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

A New Jersey Hospital Has 6 Male ICU Patients with Coronavirus, All Ages 28 to 48

March 16, 2020March 15, 2020 Jason M. Reynolds

One New Jersey hospital in the front lines of fighting the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak shows startling statistics as its section of the Garden State braces for more cases.

Of 11 cases at Holy Name Medical Center, six are in the ICU, and all six are men between the ages of 28 to 48, according to a story by ROI-NJ. Forty more patients are under observation at the Teaneck, NJ hospital, according to CEO Mike Maron.

“From what we’ve seen, it’s not impacting children at all — or pretty much anybody under 20,” he said. “That doesn’t mean they don’t have it. They may just process it in a better way, a faster way. That’s the beauty of being young.

Largest Catholic Church in North America Suspends All Masses Until ‘Further Notice’

March 16, 2020March 15, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

The largest Catholic church in North America suspended all masses and confessions until “further notice” Friday.

Four Primaries to Take Place Tuesday Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

March 16, 2020March 15, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Tuesday’s upcoming presidential primary contests with a combined 577 delegates up for grabs will move forward as planned despite the coronavirus pandemic.

France, Israel Shut Down All Non-Essential Stores, Restaurants, Cafes

March 16, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

France and Israel shut down all non-essential stores, restaurants and cafes Saturday to prevent the coronavirus pandemic from spreading.

Governor Walz Orders Closure of All Public Schools, Confirmed Cases Jumps to 35

March 16, 2020March 15, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

Gov. Tim Walz ordered the temporary closure of all K-12 public schools in Minnesota Sunday in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

Under the executive order, all schools will be closed to students by Wednesday, March 18 through Friday, March 27 to accommodate teachers and administrators as they devise a long-term plan for responding to the virus.

Sanders, Biden to Debate Without Studio Audience

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020 Admin

The last two major U.S. Democratic presidential candidates – former Vice President Joe Biden and Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders – are debating Sunday night in a world turned upside down by the coronavirus pandemic, seated in a Washington television studio without any people attending it.

The two long-time politicians will be trading their thoughts – and likely more than a few barbs at each other – over two hours.

Americans Could Face More Restrictions Due to Coronavirus

March 15, 2020March 15, 2020 Admin

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, said on CNN’s “State of the Union” Sunday morning that more needs to be done to reduce personal interactions throughout the country.

“I would like to see a dramatic diminution of the personal interaction that we see in restaurants and in bars,” Fauci said. “Whatever it takes to do that, that’s what I’d like to see.”

Commentary: Coronavirus Reminds Us What Education Without Schooling Can Look Like

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

As the global coronavirus outbreak closes more schools for weeks, and sometimes months—some 300 million children are currently missing class—parents, educators, and policymakers are panicking.

Ronna McDaniel Took Coronavirus Test After Coming Down With Fever, Is Awaiting Results

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Ronna McDaniel, the chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, is awaiting the results of a coronavirus test she took Friday after experiencing flu-like symptoms, a spokesman for the party said on Saturday.

President Trump Tests Negative for the Chinese Coronavirus

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Zachery Schmidt

President Donald Trump tested negative for the COVID-19 virus after taking the test Friday night.

House Passes Coronavirus Bill That Provides Free Testing, Sick Leave Benefits

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

The House voted overwhelmingly early Saturday morning to pass a bill that provides coronavirus testing at no cost to patients, and extends paid sick leave to workers who come down with the virus or have to go into self-quarantine.

All These Major Places And Events Are Closed Due to Coronavirus Pandemic

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

From Disney World to the Supreme Court, institutions across the country are being affected by the rampant spread of coronavirus.

Commentary: Five Questions About the Coronavirus Testing Answered

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

The U.S. government is fighting to contain and slow down the spread of the coronavirus. Testing is central to these efforts. Molecular biologist and viral researcher Maureen Ferran answers some basic questions about how these diagnostic tests work – and if there are enough to go around.

Governor Walz Declares Peacetime Emergency, COVID-19 Spreads to Rural Counties

March 15, 2020March 14, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

Health officials identified seven new cases of COVID-19 in Minnesota Saturday morning, including the first case in a rural county.

Trump Declares National Emergency to Deal With COVID-19; Announces ‘Drive-Thru Testing’

March 14, 2020March 13, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

President Trump on Friday declared a national emergency to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, amid media hysteria and a tumbling stock market. The virus, which originated in Wuhan, China, has infected more than 1,700 people in the United States, and killed 41 of them.

Michigan Governor Doesn’t Rule Out Martial Law as Coronavirus Response

March 14, 2020March 13, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

The governor of Michigan dodged a question on whether she would rule out martial law as a response to the coronavirus pandemic Friday.

‘We’re Taking an Overabundance of Caution’: Border Patrol Braces for Spread of Coronavirus

March 14, 2020March 13, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials said its agency, including Border Patrol agents, is following all the necessary steps to combat the coronavirus outbreak in a conference call with reporters Friday.

Ohio Governor’s Alarming Claim About the Number of Coronavirus Cases Was Based on a ‘Guesstimate’

March 14, 2020March 13, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

A top Ohio health department official who said Thursday that 100,000 or more people in the state have coronavirus now says she was “guesstimating” to arrive at the alarming number.

President Trump to Declare National Emergency in Response to Coronavirus

March 13, 2020May 21, 2020 Anthony Gockowski

President Donald Trump will declare a national emergency Friday afternoon in response to the coronavirus outbreak, various reports claimed.

Commentary: They Are Rewriting the History of Coronavirus in Real Time

March 13, 2020March 12, 2020 Minnesota Sun Staff

What is the story of the coronavirus, the market crash, and the economic upheaval that will likely follow? The pundit and intellectual classes are hard at work to tell the story in a way that confirms their ideological biases. Their message: in times when everyone turned against the public sector, with budget and staffing cuts, we learned that only the government can save us from a worse calamity.

The Minnesota senator said the Trump administration “didn’t move quickly on developing” a test for the virus.