This pandemic has generated a surge in online community building, creating cautious optimism that our virtual efforts can offset some in-person losses (Kevin Roose/New York Times)

Kevin Roose / New York Times:
This pandemic has generated a surge in online community building, creating cautious optimism that our virtual efforts can offset some in-person losses  —  We've always hoped that our digital tools would create connections, not conflict.  We have a chance to make it happen.

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