But the largest aid package in history will probably not be enough to offset the economic damage caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak.
Editorials
Our View: The coronavirus is giving us a choice
We can have a shorter disruption now, or a much worse one later.
Our View: Waterville’s secret meetings are no way to govern
Even a disease outbreak doesn’t excuse a municipality’s violation of the state’s public meeting law.
View from Away: Stop the COVID-19 scammers
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)
Our View: During crisis, help yourself by helping others
“Social distancing” doesn’t mean you can’t make life better for the people around you.
Our View: Mainers are meeting the COVID moment
But it will take even more self-sacrifice and big-heartedness as the coronavirus spreads.
View from Away: Social distance doesn’t mean social disconnection
The Dallas Morning News (TNS)
Our View: US response to coronavirus falling behind in key areas
The Trump administration must act to end the shortage of necessary health care equipment and supplies.
Our View: Don’t forget Maine food service workers when crisis ends
It’s important to shut down restaurants and bars to slow the growth of COVID-19, but it comes with a cost.
Our View: Maine’s homeless, incarcerated vulnerable during outbreak
Officials must take steps now to protect Mainers who can’t go home right now.