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We’re seeing dramatic differences in rates of COVID infection, illness, and death in different places. What do you think about these differences?
This is a photo of our local emergency room with empty triage tents outside of it, taken from inside our car. We were passing by on our way home from getting drive-through flu shots which we could get because our insurance is really good and our doctors are very caring. Somehow everything about this picture sums up for me how we have access to ways to take care of our health that other people don't get. Black and brown and poor people are dying at so much higher rates. Even when wealthy white people like the president and his entourage get sick, they don't even think it's a big deal because they are already insulated and pampered, and can get expensive, cutting edge medical treatment with no problem. If all of us tried to keep each other safe, and if essential workers got excellent care and protection, we'd see a very different pattern.
October 7, 2020
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Has the pandemic affected your political views in any way? If so, how?
During the pandemic, I’ve had more time to explore Instagram and social media generally. With the recent upsurge of BLM, so much art and statements have been made, and it’s made me feel more bold. I’ve found more people who think like me or make me feel comfortable being upset with America’s white supremacy. Additionally, since I’m stuck at home with my mom, I’ve been watching the news more (since my mom watches). The news makes me more aware of what politicians are doing on a federal level (I try to ignore it the best I can, for sanity sake). I’m frustrated with what’s going on and frankly, disappointed with news reporters. They’re really not as smart as they think. Some of them are truly dangerous, almost as dangerous as the politicians. They contribute to the breeding of ignorance and hate, sometimes.
July 9, 2020