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 On Tuesday, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a Democrat, ordered a 'Stay at Home and Stay Safe Order' to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Lindsay Killen, vice president for strategic outreach and communications at the Mackinac Center joins me today on The Daily Signal Podcast to talk about how Michigan is responding to the coronavirus crisis. Plus, Rea Hederman, executive director of the economic research center and vice president of policy at The Buckeye Institute, joins me for a second segment to talk about how Ohio is adapting to help small business owners and health care providers during COVID-19.We also cover these stories: Will the House pass the new $2 trillion Senate coronavirus package? In a video posted to twitter Wednesday, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio predicted that as many as half of New Yorkers would eventually get the coronavirus. If you’re a non-essential business still operating in Los Angeles, the mayor wants you to stop--and he’s not kidding around. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Choosing to homeschool your child is a big decision, but many Americans just had the choice made for them. Schools all over the country are closing their doors due to the coronavirus pandemic - with some states like Virginia already announcing that schools will remain closed through the end of the academic year. Leigh Bortins is the founder of Classical Conversations, a homeschool curriculum focused on classical education. Bortins joins The Daily Signal podcast to offer practical advice and resources to parents who suddenly find themselves overseeing their child’s education.We also discuss: President Trump wants to ‘reopen’ the economy by Easter despite rapid coronavirus spread. Vice President Pence says the White House is not considering a nationwide coronavirus lockdown. The International Olympic Committee and Japan have both agreed to postpone the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rep. Mark Green, R-Tenn., is an emergency room physician and an Army special operations veteran. He joins me today on The Daily Signal Podcast to discuss his perspective of the coronavirus pandemic, what the Senate relief package gets right and wrong, and why the U.S. shouldn't be dependent on China for any pharmaceuticals or medical supplies.We also cover these stories: The number of coronavirus cases in the United States continue to increase. U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams urges Americans to take the 15 day period to slow the spread of coronavirus seriously. Sen. Rand Paul tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday. He is the first senator to receive a positive test but remains asymptomatic.  The Daily Signal Podcast is available on Ricochet, Apple Podcasts, Pippa, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America’s medical professionals are doing all they can to ensure the best care for COVID-19 patients. But in order to slow the spread of the virus and give hospitals the time they need to prepare for a potential influx of patients, nurse McKinley Mather-Pike says there are several things we can all be doing. Mather-Pike, who lives in Wilmington, North Carolina, also explains how we can safely care for our elderly loved ones in this time and what to do if you think you might have COVID-19. Listen to the podcast below. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are rising sea levels a threat to our planet? Is global warming to blame for wildfires and hurricanes? Geologist Gregory Wrightstone, author of “Inconvenient Facts: The Science That Al Gore Doesn't Want You to Know," joins The Daily Signal Podcast to discuss the truth about climate change. In our conversation, Wrightstone addresses these talking points by climate activists and much more.We also cover these stories: U.S. coronavirus cases surpass 10,000, doubling in two days. Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin confirms a plan for $1,000 payments to Americans. The State Department advises Americans not to travel abroad, and to come home if overseas. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, Apple Podcasts, Pippa, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Young American's are being taken captive by a political ideology that has proven to fail over and over again. "America First" host Sebastian Gorka debunks some of the myths of socialism and challenges American's to look honestly at the great lie of socialism.Also on today's show: President Trump invokes Defense Production Act as coronavirus response. US, Canada to close border to 'non-essential traffic' amid coronavirus. Housing and Urban Development will suspend foreclosures and evictions until end of April amid coronavirus response. Tom Brady is leaves the New England Patriots and signs with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we’re interviewing Kevin Pham, a doctor and a contributor to The Daily Signal, about COVID-19. How real is this threat? How is it like and unlike seasonal flu and the swine flu? When do you need to call a doctor if you have symptoms? How soon can we expect a vaccine, and how likely is it that our hospitals run out of beds and ventilators? Is there any hope for better treatments? Dr. Pham answers all these questions and more. We also cover these stories: President Trump says he won't stop referring to the Chinese origins of the coronavirus. The Trump administration announces financial assistance for Americans. More states shut down businesses. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, Apple Podcasts, Pippa, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spain is one of the European countries struggling to stop the spread of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. Right now, Madrid is on lockdown: Residents can't leave their homes unless it's for something essential, such as getting medicine or food. You can't take walks for no reason. Only one person per household is allowed to go to the grocery store, to cut down on crowding and contact. Police enforce these measures and fine violators.Kate Trinko's sister, Therese Trinko, a high school teacher in Madrid, shares what it's like, what she's hearing from the Italians she knows, and how Spaniards are keeping their spirits up. We also cover these stories: President Trump suggests the coronavirus pandemic could last into the summer. More states close restaurants, bars, and other businesses. Some European nations are tightly restricting their borders. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, Apple Podcasts, Pippa, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's no secret that different generations view current events with different perspectives. Sometimes these differences lead to strife, but pollster John Zogby and his son, Jeremy, have chosen to take advantage of their generational perspective gap. With their podcast, “The Zogby Report,” they discuss the news through the lens of a baby boomer and a millennial. In today's episode of The Daily Signal Podcast, the Zogbys share why they decided to start the show and some of today's most pressing topics, including America’s growing fascination with socialism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sen. Kelly Loeffler of Georgia is the first woman from Georgia ever to vote in the United States Senate. She appointed to the Senate to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Johnny Isakson, a Republican, and took the oath of office on January 6, 2020. She joins me on The Daily Signal podcast to talk about transitioning from the private sector to the public sector, what she’s most passionate about working on as a new member of Congress, as well as her perspective on how President Trump has handled the coronavirus. We also cover these stories: President Trump spoke further Thursday about the travel ban to Europe. "I made a very tough decision last night and a very tough decision a long time ago with respect to China," Trump said. The Senate will stay in session next week, despite a scheduled recess, in order to give lawmakers additional time to address coronavirus. The state of California is asking that all mass gatherings be postponed or cancelled for the rest of March.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices