San Francisco Mayor London Breed announcing the city’s “shelter order” to go into effect until April 7. It wasn’t just President Trump who wished to underplay the reaction to the pandemic. In New York, Bill de Blasio reportedly wanted to maintain the rhythms of public life, keeping schools open, the restaurants full, and the gyms well-attended by at least one lanky, mayoral body. It was only after teachers threatened to stay home on Monday and city public health officials threatened to quit that de Blasio closed the city’s schools, bars, and restaurants, save for takeout and delivery.
Across the country, […]
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