Weakened public health powers raise outbreak risks

Some jurisdictions have weakened their public health authorities in response to criticism of lockdowns, school closures, mask ...
The Nation

The Red State–Blue State Healthcare Divide Is Dangerous for Everyone

Whether or not you have access to independent, scientifically sound public health guidance may depend on how your state voted for governor. Last October, 15 Democratic governors announced the creation ...
The American SpectatorOpinion

‘Reverse Okies’ and Blue State Refugees — Another Wave Appears To Be Building

Following the declaration of the COVID national emergency in March 2020, blue states rapidly embraced the new ...
The New York Times

Americans Have Fled to Red States. Blue States Can Win Them Back.

Mr. Furman is an economist at Harvard. Ms. Tanden is president of the Center for American Progress. Ms. Wilkins is president of the Roosevelt Institute. See more of our coverage in your search results ...

Weakened public health powers could hamper states' outbreak responses

Public health experts are worried that states are less prepared to respond to the Ebola outbreak and other infectious disease threats because many weakened their public health authorities in the wake ...