Timeout for Sports Amid Coronavirus Shutdowns
The nation faces a sports pause as MLB NBA NHL and MLS suspend seasons and March Madness is canceled. The piece argues avoiding large crowds protects health, while sport offers psychological relief and community, urging patience and sacrifice from fans, players, and officials.
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Trump needs to lead on coronavirus crisis
Doyle McManus argues President Trump failed to provide a cohesive national response to the coronavirus, contrasts with governors and business leaders, critiques delays in testing, and urges clear leadership and accountability from the White House amid warnings from intelligence and health officials.
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Nation rethinks free speech and innocence amid pandemic
John M. Crisp reflects on Woody Allen, Trump and the coronavirus shift in public mood. He notes publishing reversals, sports suspensions, school closings, and a nation moving from denial to measured action while considering America's sense of identity and resilience.
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