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This happens all the time. Sometimes after layoffs, people just go quiet, either out of awkwardness, company policy, or they're just busy. If you're concerned, don’t include them. Better to use references you know will speak well about you and follow through.
It’s better to use references from previous jobs who you’ll know will give you a good reference and will actually respond to the potential employers’ calls. If the potential employer asks, it’s best to tell the truth and let them know that you haven’t heard back so you just wanted to be safe.