It has come time to stand up to our elected leaders and department heads in respect to the ever-increasing limitations on our freedom. It is hard for me to believe the country that I immigrated to some 50 years ago and see what is happening to our daily lives. I see folks with masks everywhere, signs that we are doomed in case we don’t comply with the rules that portend from unelected authorities and neighbors now passing me in the street looking at me as if I am the next source of their demise.
Let’s not kid ourselves. The “authorities” are most happy to report on new COVID-19 cases but fail to mention that the vast majority, more than 99%, of those do not result in serious health issues or hospitalization. Then we have our own governor and the House speaker totally ignoring the rules that they impose on us. Do they know something that we don’t? Both came up with lame excuses that just would not cut it if one of my kids came home with them. Surely, we need to start pushing back hard and tell the so-called experts to go back to their cubicles and leave us alone. All evidence from other countries has shown that masks don’t work, social distancing could, but that opening our society will have a much greater benefit, not just economically but also from a mental health perspective. Let’s defy the baseless restrictions on our lives.
Well written, Mr. van Ulden. I figure I can’t go wrong by following the behavior of what my “leaders” do instead of what they say. My maskless and socially close Thanksgiving feasts were a hit. So much so that we’ve now planned maskless and socially close Christmas feasts through the Xmas weekend.
Oh, I forgot. For those who are offended by my actions, I apologize for attending the Thanksgiving feast. I made a bad mistake. I should have stood up, left, and drove back to my house.
With "tongue in cheek" I remind readers that the revered Dr. Fauci did say going maskless and social distancing is up to the risk tolerance of individuals. I choose family get togethers with family over Tinder hookups.
I, too, have noticed that the character of our nation has changed since I immigrated here 63 years ago. It's as if the masses in highly populated portions of the nation need to be told how to live. I'll use my God given common sense as expressed below.
"The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few things for which he cares sufficiently; but he is willing, in great crises, to give even his life - knowing that under certain conditions it is not worthwhile to live."
I missed this LTE the first time around but it was brought to my attention today in another LTE. Once again you have a sensible comment in addition to "common sense" which as we know is not very common.
When I finish the reason for my rant to Ray I am sure you will understand my position if you see it.
PS, I hope the landslide did not affect any of your family and friends.
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Well written, Mr. van Ulden. I figure I can’t go wrong by following the behavior of what my “leaders” do instead of what they say. My maskless and socially close Thanksgiving feasts were a hit. So much so that we’ve now planned maskless and socially close Christmas feasts through the Xmas weekend.
Oh, I forgot. For those who are offended by my actions, I apologize for attending the Thanksgiving feast. I made a bad mistake. I should have stood up, left, and drove back to my house.
Mr. van Ulden,
With "tongue in cheek" I remind readers that the revered Dr. Fauci did say going maskless and social distancing is up to the risk tolerance of individuals. I choose family get togethers with family over Tinder hookups.
https://www.newsweek.com/dr-fauci-meet-tinder-date-if-willing-take-risk-1498317
I, too, have noticed that the character of our nation has changed since I immigrated here 63 years ago. It's as if the masses in highly populated portions of the nation need to be told how to live. I'll use my God given common sense as expressed below.
"The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few things for which he cares sufficiently; but he is willing, in great crises, to give even his life - knowing that under certain conditions it is not worthwhile to live."
Aristotle
Wilfred,
I missed this LTE the first time around but it was brought to my attention today in another LTE. Once again you have a sensible comment in addition to "common sense" which as we know is not very common.
When I finish the reason for my rant to Ray I am sure you will understand my position if you see it.
PS, I hope the landslide did not affect any of your family and friends.
Tafhdyd,
We know two people living in Haines. Both families are safe. Thanks for your concern and well wish.
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