Frontline Workers: 20 Who Made a Difference in 2020

Frontline Workers: 20 Who Made a Difference in 2020

The cult of celebrity was dimmed for good reason in 2020. 

Suddenly, over-paid movie stars and athletes weren’t getting the praise they were used to having heaped on them.

No, in the face of the pandemic, those who put their lives on the line daily — and sacrificed so much — were our new heroes, and continue to be, for good reason. 

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At nursing homes that have been the hardest hit in Rhode Island, healthcare workers stood up for their role -- and their pay. 

"That we have tried to pay them $12 an hour for as long as I can remember is a shame — it’s embarrassing," said Dr. Michael Fine, former Rhode Island Director of the Department of Health on GoLocal LIVE Friday. "These are people who need to make a decent living wage."

Nurses.

Doctors.

Post office workers. 

EMTs.

Social service providers. 

Clinicians.

Nursing home workers.

Bus drivers. 

Firefighters. 

Cooks.

Teachers.

Grocery store workers. 

Police officers. 

Truck drivers.

Flight attendants. 

Daycare providers. 

And to all of those on the front line — whether in healthcare or keeping the economy moving forward — who helped make a difference in 2020, we thank you.