While the coronavirus is taking its toll on thousands of lives around the world, the disease is also having its physical and emotional impact on those caring for patients with COVID19. The Dalai Lama noted, “Real care of the sick does not begin with costly procedures, but with the simple gifts of affection, love and concern.“ It’s clear that the current COVID19 pandemic brings … [Read more...] about Nurses and Doctors, Shield Thyselves
Reminder that TMV appreciates donations
This is a scary financial time for everyone and all companies. And while The Moderate Voice does not need a bailout, a good part of its income comes from contributions. There are some ads but not enough, plus we've declined most sponsored posts or inquiries from people who want to put hidden links in their posts. We even accepted one and then returned the money and cancelled … [Read more...] about Reminder that TMV appreciates donations
MAGA MASKS (Cartoon and Column)
The Trump administration is now encouraging everyone to wear face masks. They don’t protect you as much as they protect other people, but it’s another step in getting rid of this virus so we can return to our normal lives. Even though the scientists and doctors in his administration endorse masks, Donald Trump says he will not wear one. He said, “I don’t know, somehow … [Read more...] about MAGA MASKS (Cartoon and Column)
This week will be like a ‘Pearl Harbor’ and ‘9/11’ moment, surgeon general says
U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams warned Americans on Sunday to brace for a hard week of coronavirus deaths.“This is going to be our Pearl Harbor moment, our 9/11 moment, only it’s not going to be localized, it’s going to be happening all over the country and I want America to understand that,” Vice Admiral Jerome Adams said on “Fox News Sunday.”“I want Americans to understand … [Read more...] about This week will be like a ‘Pearl Harbor’ and ‘9/11’ moment, surgeon general says
The Mayor of Amity
I have been sick. This is not an uncommon event, alas. And I have been stuck at home. Ditto. Washington Post: The U.S. was beset by denial and dysfunction as the coronavirus raged — By the time Donald Trump proclaimed himself a wartime president — and the coronavirus the enemy — the United States was already on course to see more of its people die than in the wars of Korea, … [Read more...] about The Mayor of Amity
Coronapocalypse Be Gone With Mind Mastery
In this time of uncertainty about our health, our finances, our freedom, our future, many are filled with emotional turmoil, angst, worry, fear and some level of anxiety. Clients say, “I'm losing my mind,” “I feel like my mind is spinning,” “My mind has lost control.” The global virus is everywhere. We can’t be vigilant enough. It’s just what we’re being asked to deal with … [Read more...] about Coronapocalypse Be Gone With Mind Mastery
Trump and the coronavirus (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
OF RELATED INTEREST: --The U.S. was beset by denial and dysfunction as the coronavirus raged --Editorial: It's time for the networks to stop live broadcast of Trump's briefings --Everyone and everything Trump has blamed for his coronavirus response --Link to Google page with stories on Trump blaming others Mike Peters is recognized as one of our nation’s most prominent … [Read more...] about Trump and the coronavirus (Mike Peters Guest Cartoon)
Is it ‘Catch 32′ for our Guardsmen Mobilized to Fight the Coronavirus Pandemic?
Nearly 20,000 National Guard troops from all over the country have been mobilized to help the nation respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Referring to these men and women, Air Force Gen. Joseph Lengyel, Chief, National Guard Bureau, said, “This response isn’t just about delivering food or supporting COVID test centers. It’s about protecting our children, parents and … [Read more...] about Is it ‘Catch 32′ for our Guardsmen Mobilized to Fight the Coronavirus Pandemic?
Americans told to wear masks as Spain sees signs of hope
Madrid (AFP) - Americans on Saturday came to grips with recommendations to wear masks against the coronavirus, while Spain added to hopes that Europe could be turning a corner in the pandemic with a second daily drop in deaths.China meanwhile came to a standstill as the nation where the virus first appeared held three minutes of silence to mourn the patients and medical staff … [Read more...] about Americans told to wear masks as Spain sees signs of hope
Is Voter Suppression Killing Democracy?
by Rebecca Ralston Is voter suppression killing democracy? In the past week Donald Trump said Republicans would ‘never’ be elected again if it was easier to vote. In Georgia, Georgia house speaker David Ralston (not related to this writer), said widespread use of absentee-by-mail voting in the primary would hurt Republican candidates,” because it would drive up … [Read more...] about Is Voter Suppression Killing Democracy?
Brutal Daily Show Video Supercut “Heroes of the Pandumbic” Shows what Fox News and GOPers Really Said (VIDEO)
"The Daily Show" has created a supercut video of what Fox News hosts and some other Republicans really said about the coronavirus: These Fox Newsers and Republicans are now generally dealing with their commments in two differnent ways:' 1. I never said it.' or 2. Move along, there's nothing to see here. Still, in a sign that they know they have problems, Fox … [Read more...] about Brutal Daily Show Video Supercut “Heroes of the Pandumbic” Shows what Fox News and GOPers Really Said (VIDEO)
Washington State Group Is 1st to Sue Fox News for Calling Coronavirus a ‘Hoax
by Ken Stone Times of San Diego An obscure Washington state group has become the first in the nation to sue Fox News over its coronavirus coverage, asking a state court to keep the cable network from airing false information about the pandemic. The 10-page complaint — filed Thursday in King County — also names as defendants Fox News Corp., owner Rupert Murdoch, AT&T TV … [Read more...] about Washington State Group Is 1st to Sue Fox News for Calling Coronavirus a ‘Hoax
Crowds vs Critical Thinking
Crowds and critical thinking tend not to go hand in hand. That observation has been made by scholars throughout the centuries. Take for example this passage from the 1914 work Cyclopedia of American Government: "The conditions under which crowds gather are commonly unfavorable to reflective and critical thinking. Hence, it comes about that the level of intelligence to … [Read more...] about Crowds vs Critical Thinking
Playing Through COVID19?
by Michael Mantell, Ph.D. Sure, we’re all quarantined, hopefully wisely respecting the directives to stay home and not expose ourselves and others to COVID19. Indeed, someone posted this stark wake-up call recently in social media, “Coronavirus patients die alone in a hospital bed without a family member to hold hands with. Think about that before you go out.” Whew! And this … [Read more...] about Playing Through COVID19?
‘Comfort’ and ‘Mercy’ During the Pandemic (Updates)
UPDATE II: For various reasons, as of today — Thursday – only 20 patients had been transferred to the 1000-bed hospital ship USNS Comfort docked at New York Harbor since Monday. Let us hope that improves. Read more here. (Thank you Susan R.) UPDATE 2: The USNS Comfort arrived in New York March 30, above, and the USNS Mercy accepted its first … [Read more...] about ‘Comfort’ and ‘Mercy’ During the Pandemic (Updates)
COVID-19 could lead to an epidemic of clinical depression
Jonathan Kanter, University of Washington and Katherine Manbeck, University of Washington Isolation, social distancing and extreme changes in daily life are hard now, but the United States also needs to be prepared for what may be an epidemic of clinical depression because of COVID-19. We are clinical psychological scientists at the University of Washington’s Center for … [Read more...] about COVID-19 could lead to an epidemic of clinical depression
Liberty University: A Beacon of Enlightenment in Dark Times (Parody)
by Daniel Sherman Welcome to Liberty University! Our motto is Knowledge Aflame. We invite you to consider an education at our beautiful Lynchburg, VA campus or online, where we will stoke the flames of curiosity, learning, and faith in a Christ-centered environment. Founded in 1971 in response to the godless over-reaches of the Civil Rights Movement, Liberty … [Read more...] about Liberty University: A Beacon of Enlightenment in Dark Times (Parody)
HANNITY SNAKE OIL (Cartoon)
Boris Karloff in a time of pandemic, Isle of the Dead
By Doug Gibson Isle of the Dead, 1945, RKO Radio Pictures, 71 minutes, black and white. Directed by Mark Robson, Produced by Val Lewton. Starring Boris Karloff as General Nikolas Pherides; Ellen Drew as Thea; Marc Cramer as Oliver Davis; and Katherine Emery as Mrs. St. Aubyn. Schlock-Meter rating: 8 stars out of 10. The mid 1940s was the beginning of a transition … [Read more...] about Boris Karloff in a time of pandemic, Isle of the Dead
The Least Bad
In the 2016 presidential election, many Americans who voted for Donald Trump did not really vote for Trump. They picked the lesser of two evils and voted against Hillary Clinton. Clinton had engendered tremendous animosity among working people who perceived her as arrogant and attempting to be above the fray. When her speeches to the Wall Street banks were revealed with their … [Read more...] about The Least Bad