Wave Goodbye to the Handshake
While I personally won’t miss the handshake, I will miss the world I once knew where we weren’t distant or void of touch.
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For Americans Without Water Access, Coronavirus Adds Another Layer of Struggle
As Californians shelter at home amid the COVID-19 outbreak, an estimated 1 million of them lack access to clean drinking water, one of the most fundamental resources for maintaining health and hygiene.
How the U.S. Southern Border Became a Militarized Zone
A new database by American Friends Service Committee tracks companies involved in border militarization, including the building and monitoring of walls and immigrant detention and surveillance.
Coronavirus and Climate Change: How to Save Lives During Crises
A Canadian emergency doctor connects the dots between human and environmental health.
What to Watch: Resilience and Restoration in the Louisiana Delta
A new docu-series highlights the efforts of five locals who may be losing ground but are not losing hope.
Barbara Ehrenreich’s Powerful Lessons for a Stronger Post-Coronavirus America
The political activist and author imagines a country where all people, not just the wealthy, can live with dignity.
7 Quarantine Playlists to Soothe Your Corona Blues
The YES! editorial team shares some music that has been getting us through these challenging, weird times.
How Controversy Over “American Dirt” Inspired a Movement for Change
Latinx writers are demanding accountability from the publishing industry—and encouraging the public to read responsibly.
Voting During a Pandemic: Prioritize People Over Partisan Politics
By insisting that Wisconsin’s primary election proceed in-person, Republicans inadvertently showed why early voting and mail-in ballots should be a priority.
How the Climate Change Generation Is Redefining Community
We need to shift more than just our economy. We need to revolutionize our concept of community.
Lessons From MLK for a Better Post-Coronavirus Economy
The civil rights icon fiercely advocated for redistributive wealth and social democracy.
Virtual or Not, a Passover Seder for the Earth
This year, many people will have Passover Seder over the internet rather than in the physical company of friends and family.
12 Ways Communities Are Taking Care of Each Other During the Pandemic
The efforts range from a Slack chat community connecting people around the world to suggestions about what to do with your stimulus check.
Sheltering in Place: How I Find Stillness During Crisis
For a few moments each night, my husband and I are transforming our rather ordinary little house into a sanctuary.
People Are Fleeing to Appalachia to Escape COVID-19. That Needs to Stop
Wealthy urbanites “escaping” the coronavirus are overstressing already poor communities, and probably bringing the virus with them.
Coronavirus Is a Historic Trigger Event. Now Is the Time for a Social Movement to Rise
We can build a powerful people’s response to provide care in our communities and reshape the limits of what is politically possible.
Community Solidarity Through Homemade Face Masks
Here are some of our favorite instructions for making them—and an invitation to share your creations with us.
During the Coronavirus Outbreak, Telemedicine Offers a Solution
Remote health care can help stem the spread of the virus and protect hospital workers while still addressing health issues.
Saving People from Coronavirus Can Teach Us How to Do the Same for Climate Change
The global pandemic has slowed polluting human activity, while the climate crisis hasn’t been able to make a dent. This could be a turning point.
Stewing on Doing
A weeklyish commentary about climateish stuff, and how to keep it together in a world gone mad.
Parenting During Coronavirus: Opportunities to Reconnect and Decolonize
Distancing ourselves from an extractive economy and colonial mindset presents an opportunity for parents to reconnect with our children and with the little child inside of us.
Don’t Blame Bats or Pangolins. Human Actions Caused the Coronavirus
As habitat and biodiversity loss increase globally, the novel coronavirus outbreak may be just the beginning of mass pandemics.
A Simple, Low-Cost Way to Reduce Spread of Coronavirus
Research shows face masks are highly effective—but there aren't enough even for health care workers.
C+C Terror Factory
A weeklyish commentary about climateish stuff, and how to keep it together in a world gone mad.
How Uruguay Is Honoring Health Care Workers
Every night, residents of the small South American country stand on their balconies and clap, cheer, or whistle to show their gratitude and solidarity.
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