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Tag: coronavirus

END THE NEVER-ENDING FEAR

Posted on August 4, 2022August 4, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Since the outbreak of COVID19, many people continue to be affected by never-ending fear. I think it is time to eliminate the fear from our hearts. There are individuals who are still wearing masks due to their fear of coronavirus. I completely respect people’s freedom to wear or to not wear masks in public settings….

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LOSS OF FREEDOM IN AUSTRIA

Posted on November 14, 2021January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Reportedly, the Austrian government has ordered a lockdown for millions of people who are not fully vaccinated against COVID19. Such an order threatens people’s freedom. The decision to receive the COVID19 vaccine should be a personal decision. Government must not dictate people what to do in terms of their own health. In Austria, Chancellor Alexander…

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COVID19 RESTRICTIONS CONTINUE TO AFFECT MENTAL HEALTH

Posted on January 30, 2021January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Coronavirus has caused sickness and death. The restrictions that various local and state governments imposed during the pandemic also resulted in great pain for Americans, particularly in terms of mental health. With many COVID19 restrictions still in place, people continue to suffer. Humans are social beings who crave for closeness and harmony. People enjoy togetherness…

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IMPOSING CURFEW CANNOT BE A PUBLIC HEALTH MEASURE

Posted on November 22, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

California Governor Gavin Newsom ordered a 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew, until December 21, to stop the spread of coronavirus. Ordering a curfew can never be a public health measure, and shows the governor’s failure in leadership. America, for months, has fought coronavirus. Since the pandemic began, we overcame shortages of personal protective equipment,…

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BIDEN SUPPORTS FORCING AMERICANS TO WEAR MASKS NATIONWIDE

Posted on October 5, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

This year, we have seen many examples of government overreach across the country. During the pandemic, state and local governments forced people to shut down businesses, and also restricted people’s personal freedom by forcing them to wear masks. Many of these mandates are still in place. If Joe Biden is elected to the office of…

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EMERGENCY TRAVEL ORDER WOULD GREATLY HURT CHICAGO’S TOURISM INDUSTRY

Posted on July 27, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s decision to add Wisconsin to Chicago’s coronavirus travel advisory would hurt the city’s tourism and economy. Mayor Lightfoot announced on Monday that Wisconsin would be added to Chicago’s “Emergency Travel Order”, starting Friday. This means that anyone traveling to Chicago from Wisconsin, or returning to Chicago after visiting Wisconsin, would be required…

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WOULD A QUARANTINE ORDER FOR WISCONSINITES MAKES CHICAGO A SAFER CITY?

Posted on July 16, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Chicago has numerous challenges including, but not limited, growing crime and other public safety threats. Mayor Lori Lightfoot of Chicago must clearly understand her priorities as a local elected official, and govern accordingly. Putting Wisconsinites on a COVID-19 quarantine list should not be on her list of things to do. According to her recent comments,…

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CALIFORNIA BANS CHANTING, SINGING IN PLACES OF WORSHIP

Posted on July 4, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

California has once again made its way to newspaper headlines for another example of government overreach. This time, the state is banning singing and chanting in houses of worship, to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Almost all religions have some form of singing or chanting involved in faith-based rituals or prayers. Chanting and singing are…

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A STORY OF HOPE DURING THE PANDEMIC

Posted on May 28, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

A woman in Massachusetts, who is 103 years old, survived the coronavirus. Not only that, but to celebrate her victory over this life-threatening virus, Jennie Stejna opened a Bud Light beer. A story such as this provides hope during this very challenging time in our country’s history. Elderly individuals, according to the Centers for Disease…

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MY FIRST RESTAURANT EXPERIENCE AFTER THE END OF CORONAVIRUS LOCKDOWN

Posted on May 25, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Yesterday, for the first time in months, I went to a restaurant for dine-in service. This visit was possible because of the gradual lifting of lockdown restrictions in America. I live in Dane County, Wisconsin, where the county-issued “safer at home” directive would expire on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. However, following the Wisconsin Supreme Court…

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WOULD COVID19 CHANGE THE AMERICAN FILM AND TELEVISION INDUSTRY FOREVER?

Posted on May 17, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Hollywood touches every life. No matter what genre or generation, we all watch movies as a form of entertainment or even education. Unfortunately, this is one of the industries deeply impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. When film production finally resumes, would matters go back to normal, or would there be new health and safety protocols…

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THE FUTURE OF BLOW-DRYERS AND HAND-DRYERS IS UNCERTAIN

Posted on May 16, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Reportedly, future of blow-dryers at salons and barbershops is uncertain. It is believed that blow-dryers can help spread droplets in the air, and may lead to the spread of viruses, including the life-threatening coronavirus. Governor Ned Lamont of Connecticut announced that hair salons in the state could re-open on May 20, but the establishments would…

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ARE DRIVE-IN MOVIE THEATERS MAKING A COMEBACK?

Posted on May 14, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

As the coronavirus pandemic highlighted the importance of social distancing, drive-in movie theaters are starting to gain popularity again. I have watched the movie Twister, featuring Bill Paxton and Helen Hunt, many times. One of the most memorable scenes is the one showing a drive-in movie theater. In that scene, everyone seems relaxed. Cars are…

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A HUG SYMBOLIZES FRIENDSHIP AND LOVE

Posted on May 13, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The word “hug” symbolizes friendship and love. A hug is extremely powerful. And yet, in this age of social distancing, people are not hugging each other, fearing the spread of the coronavirus. People hug each other upon meeting up, when saying goodbye, when mending broken ties, to congratulate, or to help alleviate one’s sorrow. A…

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POST-PANDEMIC, WE WILL BE STRONGER AS A NATION

Posted on May 10, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

I believe that life will be very different, following the coronavirus pandemic. But I also believe that as a nation, America will be stronger than ever before. The coronavirus pandemic has deeply impacted us. Not only did this virus infect well over a million people in America, it also claimed tens of thousands of lives….

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TESLA SUES ALAMEDA COUNTY, THREATENS TO MOVE FACTORY TO BUSINESS-FRIENDLY STATES

Posted on May 10, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

I applaud Tesla’s decision to sue Alameda County over the county’s directive that the automaker should not reopen its factory in Fremont, California, as long as the lockdown remains in effect. Businesses, large and small, are already in tremendous pain over these lockdown orders in many states across the country. Some businesses have hit rock-bottom…

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COVID19 LOCKDOWN HURTS PEOPLE WITH DENTAL HEALTH NEEDS

Posted on May 9, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Wisconsin is suffering from a shortage of dentists. At the same time, dental health needs are severe. The pandemic, which resulted in widespread shutdowns including dental offices, would make the crisis even worse. In Wisconsin, there are unmet dental health needs. Reasons include from lack of insurance coverage, significant out-of-pocket costs, and long wait lists…

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DONATE HAIR FOR THOSE IN NEED

Posted on May 3, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

During the coronavirus pandemic, hair salons and barbershops in many states are closed, causing inconvenience for people. However, people can use this as an opportunity to grow their hair, and once the lockdown is over, they can make a hair donation to organizations that make wigs for those who lose hair due to medical reasons….

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THE INVISIBLE COST OF THE PANDEMIC

Posted on May 3, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The coronavirus pandemic has cost lives and jobs. The ‘invisible’ cost of this outbreak is the mental health toll on America’s population. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year. Additionally, many children suffer from identifiable mental health problems. The Centers for Disease Control and…

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PANDEMIC BRINGS AMC’S “THE WALKING DEAD” TO A HALT

Posted on April 19, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The coronavirus pandemic has brought The Walking Dead to a halt on its path. This is just another example of the widespread impact of the pandemic in people’s lives. The highly popular television series is broadcasted on AMC on Sunday evening. For many years now, The Walking Dead, a series based on a post-apocalyptic world,…

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WILL CASES OF COVID-19 INFECTIONS INCREASE IF LOCKDOWN IS LIFTED?

Posted on April 19, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

As governors of various states are extending the stay-at-home orders, protests are starting to brew because people are frustrated with not being able to lead normal lives. At the center of all this is the question of whether or not cases of COVID-19 infections would increase if lockdown is lifted. Federal guidelines recommended social distancing,…

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DOES DENNIS QUAID, IN SUPPORTING TRUMP, REPRESENT HOLLYWOOD VOICES?

Posted on April 18, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Dennis Quaid recently praised President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic, during an interview with The Daily Beast. In particular, the actor expressed that the Republican president is doing a good job trying to bring the American states together in the fight against this deadly virus, while also managing the economy during this crisis….

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WHAT DID GOV. ANDREW CUOMO JUST SAY ABOUT 2020?

Posted on April 17, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

The hashtag #CuomoForPresident has been spreading among liberals on Twitter, as Democrats desperately look for an alternative to Joe Biden, after Biden’s gaffe-filled campaign and awkward television interviews reduced the support he has within his party. Joe Biden has been in Washington for decades. He served in Congress and also as vice president for eight…

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TAKE EXEMPLARY ACTION AGAINST PRICE-GOUGERS

Posted on April 12, 2020January 23, 2022 by Tawsif Anam

Many attorneys general from across America are demanding action on price gouging. Given the nature of the consumer market, and the volume of business that take places online, companies such as Amazon and Facebook must step up and ensure that they prevent sellers from unfairly inflating prices amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Americans are not only…

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COMPLETED THE MANUSCRIPT OF MY NOVEL
Attention friends. At an early age, I started to write poems. I compiled those and after I came to the United States, I decided to self-publish. Accordingly, I published two …
LIFE, DEATH, AND OUR COLLECTIVE DESTINY
St. Augustine said, “It is only in the face of death that man’s self is born.” Over the last few years, the world faced the fear of death in a …
TO WRITE A NOVEL IS LIKE A SAILOR’S VOYAGE
Each time I sit down to write fiction, I embark on a voyage out in the ocean. A voyage is full of uncertainties. When a writer starts to craft a …
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