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News  |  Frank Corder  • 
March 18, 2020

CORDER: Why closing public meetings isn’t an option, and social media broadcasting isn’t a solution

As local and state governments grapple with the impact of the coronavirus response on its budgets, schools, and public services, officials must resist the notion to close public meetings out of fear of contamination or community spread. Conducting the business of cities, counties and the state among the people is essential to good governance and…
News  |  Frank Corder  • 
March 18, 2020

Check’s in the mail? MS Congressional delegation considering coronavirus relief package

U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) wants Senate Republicans to reach an agreement with the White House on the next phase of legislation to address the impact of the coronavirus by the end of the week.  McConnell would then seek to negotiate with House Democrats for a possible vote on the package early next week.…