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Two Governors of two states gave recent updates.

Vermont Governor, Phil Scott, a Republican (old-school variety)

  1. Thanks Vermonters for making the difficult sacrifices that are helping to contain the virus. (Gracious)
  2. Wants the economy to open but public health and safety have to be the first priority. (Compassionate)
  3. Outdoor construction sites and indoor construction sites in empty buildings are open with up to 5 workers who must maintain physical distance. (Cautious)
  4. Some outdoor venues such as garden stores can reopen but must allow only up to ten customers at a time.
  5. Physical distancing and wearing of masks in public continues and most likely  will be the standard until an effective vaccine is approved. (Realistic and listening to advise)
  6. Anyone coming from another state needs to self quarantine for 2 weeks.
  7. Fields endless questions along the same lines of "when will things be normal again" without losing his patience. (Patient)
  8. Commends front line workers and once again thanks all for efforts to contain the virus. (Sympathetic and gracious)

Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, a Republican (Trumpian variety)

  1. Maintains that the virus affect mainly older people, most cases in continuous care facilities and nursing homes.  Afterall, this is God's waiting room.  (Sarcastic)
  2. Allows localized authority to open beaches and boat launches, hold church services. (Shifting responsibility)
  3. Declares Florida in great shape with a great strategy to reopen the economy. (willingness to take any credit)
  4. Too many empty hospital beds so elective surgeries can resume May 4. Adds that healthcare workers who have tested positive for the virus visited NY. (so don't blame Florida)
  5. Notes how people are reacting with fear and anxiety like he has never seen and asks doctor on stage to address this psychological phenomenon, not in a caring way.
  6. Irritated with reporters' questions about unemployment benefits and blamed an "inherited" system that was not worth the high cost to the state. (Impatience and blame shifting)
  7. Thanked the staff of host site, a hospital, and commended them for not being hysterical in addressing the situation. Mentioned a different hospital administration that had asked for more supplies in anticipation of a surge that didn't happen. (Not much of a team building strategy)
  8. And then, there is this.


Stay safe, stay well, and don't drink the bleach.

Comments

  1. KayApril 27, 2020 at 5:12 PM

    It’s really interesting to see the tone of those two governors. God’s Waiting Room? Good grief!

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  2. Linda ReederApril 27, 2020 at 7:14 PM

    Olga, I love your take on politics. Great post. Why is it that the crusaders for "family values" seem to place so little value on lives other than their own?

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  3. SextantApril 27, 2020 at 7:30 PM

    Barber shops, hair and salons, tattoo shops, and wrestling are essential businesses. Amazing!

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  4. Arkansas PattiApril 27, 2020 at 7:50 PM

    Both Republicans? Hard to tell. What a jerk and Trump wannabe DeSantis is. Got to admit, I am glad I am out of there. Stay safe in the mad house.

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  5. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)April 28, 2020 at 9:25 AM

    DeSantis is an idiot like his twin brother! No empathy, compassion and honestly not too bright a bulb.

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  6. MaebemeApril 28, 2020 at 10:56 AM

    Wow, that's quite the contrast! That they are both on the same side of the political spectrum is mind boggling.

    Love your last line and don't mind me, I'm going to steal it. :)

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  7. AnonymousApril 28, 2020 at 10:17 PM

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