After initially botching his state’s response to the pandemic, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo began holding daily press briefings around coronavirus in March 2020. Even as cases grew, peaking at 18,825 hospitalizations in April, he held forth with “facts, directives and sobering trends,” according to The New York Times . While his decisions around the pandemic weren’t perfect, his briefings were a huge hit for many . For instance, my mom, who doesn’t even live in New York, tuned into CNN every day to hear from Governor Cuomo and get an update on the situation. … [Read more...] about This is the skill you must cultivate to make good decisions in a crisis
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Second stimulus package update: Here’s the latest news as negotiations continue
As Americans hurting from the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic head into yet another weekend with no relief in sight, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is suggesting that negotiations on Capitol Hill could finally turn a corner thanks to an unlikely wild card—President Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis. … [Read more...] about Second stimulus package update: Here’s the latest news as negotiations continue
Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness is now easier for smaller loans: Here’s how to apply
By some recent estimates, tens of thousands of businesses have closed their doors forever since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. For now, there is at least some relief for business owners who received a modest loan in hopes of surviving what feels like a never-ending crisis. … [Read more...] about Paycheck Protection Program forgiveness is now easier for smaller loans: Here’s how to apply
Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis: World leaders and politicians react to the most shocking October surprise in history
That suggests that Trump’s opponents, such as former Vice President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and other Democratic heavyweights are still deciding how to craft their replies. But it’s not just those on the left who have been hesitant to make public statements. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Trump’s children, and most members of Trump’s inner circle have yet to publicly respond. … [Read more...] about Trump’s COVID-19 diagnosis: World leaders and politicians react to the most shocking October surprise in history
IRS says millions may still be eligible for stimulus checks: Here’s a breakdown by state
The problem is, many individuals in this situation are hard to reach, and many still haven’t claimed their payment. Even worse? Time is running out: The IRS says these “non-filers” have until October 15 to claim their Economic Impact Payment, or EIP, directly. … [Read more...] about IRS says millions may still be eligible for stimulus checks: Here’s a breakdown by state
