OP-ED
Indian Country needs support in COVID-19 fight
The Navajo Nation has recently seen infection rates higher than any state. In New Mexico, Native Americans make up just 11% of the population, but account for more than half of the COVID-19 cases.
China using crisis started there to dominate markets here
Chinese government officials and leading academics have described the COVID-19 crisis as an opportunity for Chinese producers.
Trump needs two electoral blocs to win. The pandemic is dividing them.
If the president's support among seniors persists into November, Trump won't just lose; he'll lose in a landslide.
GUEST OPINIONS
Local lawmakers ready to assist as casinos reopen
The cautious and deliberative approaches we saw instill a great deal of confidence and inspire a sense of renewed optimism that our economy is on the road to recovery.
Diverse Coast Guard class sails forward in a special way
Many will return as instructors, coaches, spouses, support staff, little league coaches, volunteers, and, eventually, as retirees who choose to make southeastern Connecticut their permanent home.
Groton’s use of rainy day funds for everyday expenses a mistake
Using the unassigned fund balance to cover operating expenses is fiscally irresponsible and is an unsustainable practice.
Courtney argues case for $3 trillion HEROES Act
Congressman says massive bill is necessary to prevent economic disaster, but it has gotten a cool response from Republican Senate and the president.
We have slipped down the slope of 'relative ethics'
Leaders justify conduct that is clearly immoral by making the defense that it is in the greater interest, reducing ethics to a relative term.
Get buried green
No embalming. No concrete vault. No polyester suit. No plastic buttons. No pocket change. If you’re in a casket, it’s plain vanilla pine or cardboard.
Collaboration essential for economic recovery
This unprecedented health and grave economic crisis has resulted in a devastating increase in unemployment.
During the pandemic, safety is pro-business
Only businesses that meet requirements for masks, social distancing and cleaning will be able to operate. As their loyal customers, we can promote their success by observing all the rules as well.
So how does this hoax work?
Do you not know any health care workers? I know lots. They don’t seem like the sneaky lying fiends they’d all have to be to pull off this hoax.
Connecticut is weeks behind on benefits for self-employed
I am contacted daily by constituents who still have not received any payment, from the contract cleaner who is down to the last $300 to the yoga instructor now relying on food banks.
