The economy will not roar back to life until people feel safe enough using transportation, going to workplaces, shopping, and dining out. No political leader can issue an order and make that happen.
In the midst of the most serious global pandemic in over 100 years, it might seem odd to suggest that we are too scared about the world around us. In fact, it’s the perfect time to wonder if we’re scared about the right things, and if government policies actually keep us safe.
Governor Wolf ordered all public and private schools to close, including cyber charter schools serving more than 37,000 children in the state virtually.