“Businesses of various types and sizes are suffering as authorities order citizens to stay home. While these measures are necessary to save lives in the short-term, they also avoid the long-term economic catastrophe we would endure if the entire population became infected.”
“American-led aid helps people to improve their lives through better health, education and jobs, and in doing so, curbs undocumented immigration, builds stronger foreign markets for American companies, and stabilises conflict that would otherwise put Americans and our allies at risk.”
“By necessity, education institutions are adapting quickly to the crisis, developing new and innovative ways to keep students motivated and learning at home. While in many contexts, online learning may seem like the most obvious solution, each approach brings its own risks and opportunities.”
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