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In response to the coronavirus outbreak in the United States, public officials and medical professionals alike have called for 'social distancing,' telling people to limit time in public to prevent contracting or spreading the virus. Media coverage centered on a CDC recommendation to avoid gatherings of over 50 people for the next eight weeks; other voices examined possible side effects and

Former President George W. Bush's viral video calling for unity — and current President Donald Trump's reaction to it — have made major news nationwide, sparking discussions about the state of hyperpartisanship in the United States and nostalgic reflections on the politics of past eras.

Many former Bush critics applauded the video, which was shared on May 2. Most left-rated outlets and

An Illinois judge has blocked Gov. J.B. Pritzker's effort to extend the state's stay-at-home order past the initial 30 days. The judge granted a temporary restraining order to state Rep. Darren Bailey, who argued that the rural lifestyle of his constituents already hinders the spread of disease, and suggested orders need only apply to Chicago and its suburbs. A review of the case is ongoing;

Reporting and commentary from many ideological corners has discussed significant local, state and federal government involvement as a necessary response to the coronavirus pandemic in the U.S. Left- and right-rated voices have both examined in detail how government intervention would have to work to solve the current crisis and sustain the economy, all while establishing mechanisms to prevent