MS NOW April 2020 Articles
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9 ways young women can ‘earn it’ while working from home during COVID-19
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 4.30.20
Into the Survival of Main Street
Justin Amash could affect 2020 outcome, but in what direction?
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.30.20
Pentagon budget raided (again) to finance Trump’s ‘wall’
Trump reportedly threatened to sue his campaign chief over polls
Kushner tries to repackage failure as ‘a great success story’
Why does Trump keep making death toll predictions?
For sixth straight week, millions file for unemployment benefits
Why Republican resistance to state aid doesn’t make sense
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 4.29.20
Katty Kay on why this quarantine may give women ‘a bit more power at work and at home’
On testing, Trump’s misplaced boasts go completely off the rails
‘Smell the pizza,’ plus 4 other must-do exercises to develop mental strength during COVID-19
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.29.20
Gloves at the grocery store? 5 must-know safety tips from Dr. Leana Wen
Senate GOP moving forward with controversial judicial nominee
Trump finds new way to defend misguided ‘close to zero’ claim
Iowa has a message for those reluctant to work at re-opened businesses
On aid to states, Trump seems to have an extortion plan in mind
In first three months of 2020, crisis takes its toll on economy
Why Pence’s explanation for not wearing a mask at Mayo is so odd
Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 4.28.20
On economic policy, Trump still struggles with the basics
Team Trump slams 2020 virus strategy memo from GOP officials
Transcript: Into 2020 with Stacey Abrams
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.28.20
Trump dodges responsibility after calls to poison controls climb
Barr to prosecutors: Look for ‘overbearing’ pandemic safeguards
Trump moves the goalposts on the pandemic’s U.S. death toll
What McConnell wants in exchange for rescuing states facing crises
Trump reportedly ignored intel briefings on coronavirus threat
What happens to people in drug treatment, recovery housing?
Pre-professional students in the coronavirus pandemic
Supreme Court rejects argument intended to undermine the ACA
Trump picks a fight over state aid he doesn’t fully understand
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.27.20
Trump’s disinfectant comments lead to ‘stifled giggles’ abroad
Despite Trump’s opposition, support for mail-in voting grows
On USPS, Trump peddles false claim, impertinent threat
Cuomo’s shot across McConnell’s bow: ‘I dare you’
Recent history be damned, Pence, Mnuchin offer bold predictions
MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle: Having trouble filing for unemployment? 4 ways to streamline the process
‘There’s never time to just stop’: MSNBC’s Kasie Hunt on the work-life juggle during coronavirus
FDA spurns coronavirus treatment touted aggressively by Trump
3 ways to boost your mood, regain control during this stressful time
Despite reality, Trump says disinfectant comments were sarcastic
A grim milestone exposes a misguided Trump projection
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.24.20
Maybe Trump should start attending more task force meetings?
During crisis, ‘no one is even looking for Washington to lead’
After Trump’s comments, Lysol maker warns of ‘improper use’
Why are so many college seniors in influential Trump admin posts?
Trump virus response draws rave reviews from unnamed admirers
Time to add ‘don’t try this at home’ warnings to Trump briefings
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 4.23.20
On the pandemic, Team Trump should avoid more predictions
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.23.20
The White House’s line on testing manages to get even worse
McConnell, Trump are not on the same page on aid to states
Trump quickly reverses course on Kemp’s re-open plan in Georgia
Why would a former dog breeder help oversee a pandemic response?
For fifth straight week, number of unemployment claims soars
Did Team Trump oust a top US vaccine official during a pandemic?
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 4.22.20
Georgia’s Kemp neglected to warn people about his dangerous gamble
Texas’ Dan Patrick: ‘There are more important things than living’
Here’s how you can make a difference on Earth Day while under quarantine
Trump’s hotel seeks a break on rent from Trump’s administration
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.22.20
Battling Covid-19: The Need for Immigrant Doctors
Why the coming fight over state aid is going to be a big deal
McConnell’s influence wanes unexpectedly during pandemic crisis
US officials spurn coronavirus treatment endorsed by Trump
As new economic aid package clears the Senate, what happens now?
AG Barr considers action against states over virus restrictions
How to accept what’s beyond your control in a COVID-19 world
Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 4.21.20
Bipartisan Senate doc: Russia targeted elections to help Trump
Trump admin isn’t ready to implement unwritten executive order
Dr. Leana Wen: 5 pieces of advice for new moms during COVID-19
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.21.20
Trump sees partisan scheme in calls for ramped up virus testing
On voting by mail, public rejects the Republican line
GOP governor takes Trump’s advice, faces Trump’s criticism
Team Trump shifts its focus on hyping unproven virus treatment
With re-opening plans, red-state governors place a dangerous bet
Trump claims he can suspend immigration through executive order
Even during a pandemic, Trump can’t shake his Obama fixation
Pandemic isn’t slowing Trump’s border wall ambitions
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.20.20
Trump claims self-congratulatory displays are ‘not about me’
White House’s case against World Health Organization crumbles
Majority backs stay-at-home restrictions, despite economic costs
Why is the White House so reluctant to ramp up testing?
Why Trump’s ‘liberate’ rhetoric makes so little sense
Transcript: Into Music as a Lifeline
Perhaps Trump didn’t fully understand one of his ‘favorite’ movies
Working moms are struggling to engage at work — and it will cost the economy $341B
Seeking masks, FEMA agrees to contract with insolvent company
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.17.20
McConnell, Trump appear to differ on pending economic aid bill
Polls show steady support for pandemic mitigation efforts
‘Sideshow Don’: Pandemic does little to slow larger Trump agenda
New WH press secretary points to non-existent ‘testing system’
Trump finds new way to snub Romney in dramatic fashion
New White House re-opening ‘plan’ lacks an actual plan
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 4.16.20
Why it matters that Kellyanne Conway flubbed a basic COVID-19 detail
Just how many virus task forces does the White House have?
Paycheck Protection Program officially runs out of money
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.16.20
Corporate leaders tell Trump what he needs to hear on pandemic
Latest evidence of dysfunction: Team Trump flubs new task force
National strategy needed in search for coronavirus treatments
Trump’s attempts at looking strong backfire when they fall apart
For fourth straight week, number of unemployment claims soars
Time for Trump to embrace ‘a project of national significance’
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 4.15.20
Health care heroes: Meet some of workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic
What happened to Trump’s ‘opening our country’ task force?
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.15.20
GOP rep makes provocative case for putting people back to work
Student files suit against Falwell’s Liberty U over virus policy
Florida’s DeSantis defends making WWE an ‘essential’ business
After making up powers, Trump retreats on ‘total’ authority
Another step backward: Trump halts World Health Organization funding
Putting his name on aid checks, Trump prioritizes public relations
Alexis Glick: No job is more important than teaching — Let’s stop paying lip service and pay up
Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 4.14.20
Wrestling company considered an ‘essential business’ in Florida
Endorsing Biden, Obama takes aim at Trump’s Republican Party
Hoping to fill timeline gap, Team Trump produces underwhelming list
5 must-know tips before spending your stimulus check
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.14.20
Gubernatorial praise for White House comes with a key caveat
Trump campaign sues local station over ad that quotes Trump
Trump’s ‘timeline of action’ features a gap he prefers to ignore
Election debacle backfires on Wisconsin Republicans
Despite reality, Trump claims to have ‘total’ authority
Targeting Obama, Trump set a standard that came back to haunt him
For Trump, over-promising and under-delivering is a real problem
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.13.20
Elections have consequences in Virginia: Dems expand voter access
Can Trump ‘override’ states’ pandemic decisions? Will he?
Republicans still won’t negotiate on small business aid package
Team Trump makes ‘political calculation,’ puts burdens on governors
Why Trump is indifferent to the crisis at the US Postal Service
Does the White House really need yet another task force?
Trying to reopen society without widespread testing is ridiculous
Transcript: Into an Outbreak Behind Bars
Why it matters that AG Barr is still wrong about Russia probe
The conditions are ripe for a Friday night news dump
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.10.20
Trump’s new anti-Biden, anti-China attack ad is wildly wrong
Would Trump turn medical supplies into a patronage system?
Trump puts a little too much stock in his ‘proper feelings’
Florida’s DeSantis flubs relevant detail about coronavirus threat
House GOP leader sees push for mail-in balloting as ‘disgusting’
Even some Republicans tire of Trump’s misguided briefings
FEMA functions like the procurement wing of the White House
Iowa sees continued shortages of protective equipment for health workers
Lady Gaga has a surprisingly simple way you can help during this difficult time
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 4.9.20
MaddowBlog author pens new book, The Impostors
Jane Park and Lisa Sun: 6 ways women entrepreneurs can support each other in a COVID-19 world
Trump struggles to find a good reason to reject voting by mail
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.9.20
Kansas GOP reverses governor on religious services during pandemic
The problems plaguing Congress’ new economic aid package
Small business aid program is not ‘way ahead of schedule’
With pandemic commentary, AG Barr strays far outside his lane
For third straight week, number of unemployment claims soars
Trump, GOP get the 2020 match-up they clearly did not want
States left to find their own way
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 4.8.20
How to Zoom like a boss during the coronavirus pandemic
Despite lack of testing strategy, Trump seeks ‘congratulations’
Can you eat your way to a better immune system?
Bernie Sanders exits the stage, but not empty-handed
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.8.20
Looking for an enemy, Trump targets World Health Organization
The new White House press secretary’s unfortunate history
Why Trump targeted the HHS inspector general so aggressively
On air and at home: How NBCU moms are juggling work, family while covering coronavirus
After voting by mail, Trump denounces voting by mail
Why Wisconsin Republicans wouldn’t budge on Election Day
On $2.2 trillion aid package, Trump acts like he has something to hide
With social distancing impossible, what do we do about inmates?
Trump admin struggles to implement worthwhile economic ideas
Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.7.20
Stephanie Grisham out as White House press secretary
Officials reportedly warned not to contradict Trump on untested meds
Work already underway on the next economic aid package
After dire HHS warning, Trump responds in a Trumpian way
Biden shares ‘several suggestions’ with Trump on pandemic response
Voting during a pandemic: Wisconsin’s election ‘boggles the mind’
This is what it’s REALLY like giving birth in the age of coronavirus
Does the airplane testing regimen touted by Trump actually exist?
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.6.20
Peter Navarro’s role in the pandemic response draws scrutiny
Touting untested medicinal treatment, Trump adds, ‘What do I know?’
White House unveils its alternative to a new ACA enrollment period
Ousting Atkinson, Trump shifts focus back to his ‘revenge list’
On multiple fronts, Trump clashes with public-health experts
Transcript: Into Life and Loss in a Pandemic
Government website altered to match odd political talking points
Author Minda Harts: 3 ways to promote a virtual work culture that prioritizes inclusivity
What exactly is Kushner’s role in the White House’s pandemic response?
Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.3.20
Trump equates oversight on coronavirus aid with ‘witch hunt’
Team Trump should get up to speed on South Korean model
White House line on stay-at-home directions is a garbled mess
Brutal jobs report shows deep job losses in March
Despite crisis, Trump finds time to send Schumer an odd letter
MSNBC’s Stephanie Ruhle: What to do if you can’t pay rent as a result of the coronavirus pandemic
Thursday’s Mini-Report, 4.2.20
Into Life and Loss in a Pandemic
Pelosi announces new select committee on coronavirus pandemic
Coronavirus is canceling senior year across America: 5 ways to help your child cope
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.2.20
As crisis continues, some new economic measures start to kick in
Antibody testing one key to supporting essential healthcare workers
Georgia’s Kemp just learned what most already knew about virus
Pressed on uninsured, White House struggles to answer
Unemployment filings go from horrible to even more horrible
Trying to defend Trump, Pence rewrites coronavirus history
Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 4.1.20
Stay-at-home orders can’t make an exception for houses of worship
Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 4.1.20
How many warnings did Team Trump fail to take seriously?
It’s tough to defend Trump’s step backward on fuel efficiency standards
Trump admin fumbles Pentagon offers to help with crisis