“America’s governor”, Andrew Cuomo, NY, has been a reassuring voice for many of us, as he speaks truth & facts with a calm voice and forthright demeanor. In his daily press-conferences he explains all that his team’s doing to protect New Yorkers and those close-by. His folksy, Italian, ‘family-man style’ is positive, not so political. He has declared this crises an issue of: red, white & blue. Suddenly Trump has turned an about-face, saying he’s “relying on the advice of experts”, extending his social-distancing plan through the end of April. Joe Biden on MSNBC 3/30/20 said, “Trump must move rapidly to get more equipment to N.Y. and other places in immediate distress: ventilators, respirators, face-shields, masks, gowns, testing apparatus, more front-line healthcare workers.” In this war against Covid-19, a rapid response is crucial to save lives; Biden urges, “Trump should invoke the Defense Production Act, compelling companies to produce needed equipment NOW! Use your office to get the constructive things done that America needs from a president. Stop name-calling and picking fights with Democrat governors, stop making foolish accusations. Let Dr. Fauci speak more often, listen to the experts, don’t mislead!” President Trump had a conference-call with the nation’s governors today; most are calling for Stay-at-Home orders or extended orders, and increased social-distancing measures. Many southern states, slow to affect such measures, are now seeing their numbers explode and grow exponentially. Mardi-gras, Spring-Break festivities, and unimpeded travel have all contributed to the rapid spread of pandemic. Many states are still not getting the testing they needed weeks and months ago.
Our IL governor, J.B. Pritzker, has been proactive about this crises, putting stringent measures in place early to save lives, ordering schools and nonessential businesses closed, and directing Illinoisans to Stay-at-Home, unless they’re participating in essential activities (extended through 4/30/20). Pritzker gave a press-briefing 3/30/20; dispensing new information, and he will update us on any further directives & extensions. (Critical thinking is always imperative; be aware that scam-artists flourish in any crises-situation.)
Governor Cuomo stated, “Everyone is afraid, including doctors, nurses, first-responders; we need to manage the fear and the virus. Look for the silver-lining in every situation; enjoy your time with your loved ones, and save lives by social distancing.” Cuomo seeks to reassure, “We will get through this!”
We must all pull-together to do so, and let’s keep checking on our loved ones & neighbors…. by phone, texts, Skype, virtual-visits, however. Yes, we can!
Trish Forsyth Voss
Apr 5 2020
“WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS!” (But Sadly, Not all of us.)
“America’s governor”, Andrew Cuomo, NY, has been a reassuring voice for many of us, as he speaks truth & facts with a calm voice and forthright demeanor. In his daily press-conferences he explains all that his team’s doing to protect New Yorkers and those close-by. His folksy, Italian, ‘family-man style’ is positive, not so political. He has declared this crises an issue of: red, white & blue. Suddenly Trump has turned an about-face, saying he’s “relying on the advice of experts”, extending his social-distancing plan through the end of April. Joe Biden on MSNBC 3/30/20 said, “Trump must move rapidly to get more equipment to N.Y. and other places in immediate distress: ventilators, respirators, face-shields, masks, gowns, testing apparatus, more front-line healthcare workers.” In this war against Covid-19, a rapid response is crucial to save lives; Biden urges, “Trump should invoke the Defense Production Act, compelling companies to produce needed equipment NOW! Use your office to get the constructive things done that America needs from a president. Stop name-calling and picking fights with Democrat governors, stop making foolish accusations. Let Dr. Fauci speak more often, listen to the experts, don’t mislead!” President Trump had a conference-call with the nation’s governors today; most are calling for Stay-at-Home orders or extended orders, and increased social-distancing measures. Many southern states, slow to affect such measures, are now seeing their numbers explode and grow exponentially. Mardi-gras, Spring-Break festivities, and unimpeded travel have all contributed to the rapid spread of pandemic. Many states are still not getting the testing they needed weeks and months ago.
Our IL governor, J.B. Pritzker, has been proactive about this crises, putting stringent measures in place early to save lives, ordering schools and nonessential businesses closed, and directing Illinoisans to Stay-at-Home, unless they’re participating in essential activities (extended through 4/30/20). Pritzker gave a press-briefing 3/30/20; dispensing new information, and he will update us on any further directives & extensions. (Critical thinking is always imperative; be aware that scam-artists flourish in any crises-situation.)
Governor Cuomo stated, “Everyone is afraid, including doctors, nurses, first-responders; we need to manage the fear and the virus. Look for the silver-lining in every situation; enjoy your time with your loved ones, and save lives by social distancing.” Cuomo seeks to reassure, “We will get through this!”
We must all pull-together to do so, and let’s keep checking on our loved ones & neighbors…. by phone, texts, Skype, virtual-visits, however. Yes, we can!
Trish Forsyth Voss
By spiritspeak • Letter to the Editor 0