And this is why we may never get back to normal...

[RX8]

People truly scare me. Here is a guy with Covid-19 symptoms that thought it would be a good idea to hit the beach with thousands of others. Why? Because he wanted to (plus he got new swim trunks he was itching to wear).

After social media bashing he has now retracted some of his statements but he still confirmed he was awaiting test results when he hit the beach.

Corey Hannon: Man Who Says He Has COVID-19 Proudly Visits Packed Fire Island Beach

Corey Hannon is a New York man who was dragged on Twitter for visiting a packed beach on Fire Island after saying he had symptoms of the COVID-19 coronavirus.

heavy.com

 

[pedro47]

This person should be locked up or pay a huge fine for his action.

 

[DrQ]

He just did. Any decent employer will do a web search and probably pass on this !d!0t. He just became an Uber driver, maybe.

Here is another example:

Harvard grad Claira Janover says she’s lost Deloitte job over TikTok ‘stab threat’

Claira Janover went viral after posting a video to the platform railing against people with “the nerve … to say ‘All Lives Matter.'”

nypost.com

 

[bbodb1]

Well it is a welcome development to finally see an example like Janover.....

From the article:

...During the video, Janover gestured to what appears to be a page from the company’s website, and noted that she was axed “even though they claim to stand against systematic bias, racism and unequal treatment.”....

...The Harvard graduate who said in a TikTok video that she would “stab” anyone who told her “All Lives Matter” revealed in a new pair of recordings that she has lost her job over the perceived threats and ensuing furor.

...“I’ma stab you,” the Connecticut native said in the video, zooming in tight on her face.

“I’ma stab you, and while you’re struggling and bleeding out, I’ma show you my paper cut and say, ‘My cut matters, too.'”

Harvard must be proud.

Perhaps Janover and Hannon should be isolated together so science can once and for all determine if stupid cancels stupid...

 

[CPNY]

Apparently he was never tested positive and is one of the many cases of “it’s COVID because there isn’t anything else it can be”. My question is why didn’t his doctor have him tested? See! People in NY aren’t getting tested. I’ve been here in FL for 7 weeks and I have met many Florida residents who are flocking to get tested because they are “curious” without symptoms. This guy up in NY is sick and his dr doesn’t have him tested? Something tells me they all have the mindset of “if you’re not going to the hospital then there is no need for a test” this is why NY numbers are so good...... I don’t buy it. I’ve been seeing many through social media not adhering to Social distancing up there.

im more concerned with him not being tested. I’ve seen other pictures from that weekend where I can guarantee there are plenty of asymptomatic cases or even slightly sick in the crowds without masks.

 

[Bunk]

FWIW, here's my take:

1. Besides Corey Hnnon, the major concern here should be the absence of social distancing. Look at the photos on the newscast of what was going on at Fire Island Pines this weekend.

2. Because of NY bail reform act, I'm not sure you could lock him up. It's possible but not a given.
3. Not a word about lack of social distancing in masks in Fire Island Pines over this holiday weekend in the NY Times. But there was an article this weekend about the safety of a backyard barbecue or picnic in days of Covid.
4. How do people have the chutzpah to post: “You know what, I did have COVID. Everyone knows I had COVID, and you know what I did? I sat in my *bleep*ing bedroom and quarantined myself for eight *bleep*ing days and suffered through COVID," ... "And now I’m out celebrating. So go *bleep* yourselves. I hope all of you get *bleep*ing COVID, you nasty nasty trolls.” and then claim this was
was "misinterpreted," and blame the "cancel culture."

Finally want to thank the OP and the rest of you for avoiding super-size fonts.

 

[Brett]

FWIW, here's my take:

1. Besides Corey Hnnon, the major concern here should be the absence of social distancing. Look at the photos on the newscast of what was going on at Fire Island Pines this weekend.

2. Because of NY bail reform act, I'm not sure you could lock him up. It's possible but not a given.
3. Not a word about lack of social distancing in masks in Fire Island Pines over this holiday weekend in the NY Times. But there was an article this weekend about the safety of a backyard barbecue or picnic in days of Covid.
4. How do people have the chutzpah to post: “You know what, I did have COVID. Everyone knows I had COVID, and you know what I did? I sat in my *bleep*ing bedroom and quarantined myself for eight *bleep*ing days and suffered through COVID," ... "And now I’m out celebrating. So go *bleep* yourselves. I hope all of you get *bleep*ing COVID, you nasty nasty trolls.” and then claim this was
was "misinterpreted," and blame the "cancel culture."

Finally want to thank the OP and the rest of you for avoiding super-size fonts.

Don't worry, the "Pine Boys" are in the NY Times for the holiday weekend !

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/06/style/is-the-party-over-on-fire-island.html

 

[Bunk]

Don't worry, the "Pine Boys" are in the NY Times for the holiday weekend !

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/06/style/is-the-party-over-on-fire-island.html

Brett: The NY Times article is from a month ago (June 6) A month ago The NY Times thought that social distancing would be followed in Fire Island: Indeed, the party on this barrier island, with its fabled history as a hotbed of desire and dissipation, looks to be over this summer.

 

[Brett]

Brett: The NY Times article is from a month ago (June 6) A month ago The NY Times thought that social distancing would be followed in Fire Island: Indeed, the party on this barrier island, with its fabled history as a hotbed of desire and dissipation, looks to be over this summer.

oh,
I didn't realize updated information on social distancing for the "Pine Boys" was that important for you .... so sorry

 

[DrQ]

We had an example of young people losing their job being stupid, now old people:

Woman loses job for yelling 'white lives are better' at BLM protesters

Sonya Holt is no longer an employee at the Keith Family Vision Clinic in Johnson City, her ex-bosses have confirmed.

www.dailymail.co.uk

Branson woman apologizes after remarks at Black Lives Matter protest

A Branson, Missouri, woman is apologizing after a video of her at a Black Lives Matter protest in the parking lot of Dixie Outfitters surfaced last week.

www.kmbc.com

Moral of the story kids, every phone has a movie camera.

 

[Bunk]

oh,
I didn't realize updated information on social distancing for the "Pine Boys" was that important for you .... so sorry

Not sure why the sarcasm. There was a major violation of social distancing in the NYC area this weekend. I commented that The NY Times didn't cover it. You responded with an article that was written a month ago that incorrectly predicted that social distancing would be followed.

No need to insult me.

 

[Brett]

Not sure why the sarcasm. There was a major violation of social distancing in the NYC area this weekend. I commented that The NY Times didn't cover it. You responded with an article that was written a month ago that incorrectly predicted that social distancing would be followed.

No need to insult me.

no insult intended
All major violations of social distancing need to be reported and acted upon - in all the states and all the beaches and public gatherings

 

[CPNY]

As a New Yorker let me just say, the hypocrisy is at an all time high there. While they sat at home shaming everyone through their screens about the importance of masks and distancing, they all ran out and congregated the first warm weekend they could (we all saw the pictures). Now this past weekend just shows you their true self. Also, no one in NY is being tested.

 

[DrQ]

As a New Yorker let me just say, the hypocrisy is at an all time high there. While they sat at home shaming everyone through their screens about the importance of masks and distancing, they all ran out and congregated the first warm weekend they could (we all saw the pictures). Now this past weekend just shows you their true self. Also, no one in NY is being tested.

Not just NY, that is the duality of the species.

 

[bluehende]

As a New Yorker let me just say, the hypocrisy is at an all time high there. While they sat at home shaming everyone through their screens about the importance of masks and distancing, they all ran out and congregated the first warm weekend they could (we all saw the pictures). Now this past weekend just shows you their true self. Also, no one in NY is being tested.

That would be news to the over 400000 that were tested last week with a 3 day weekend.

Daily Testing Trends in New York - Johns Hopkins

See daily changes in tests performed and positivity rates in New York

coronavirus.jhu.edu

 

[CPNY]

That would be news to the over 400000 that were tested last week with a 3 day weekend.

Daily Testing Trends in New York - Johns Hopkins

See daily changes in tests performed and positivity rates in New York

coronavirus.jhu.edu

I’d like to see the number broken out by county. Outside of downstate NY upstate is farm land and extremely spread out. Not to mention, most of NYC already had COVID. If there is immunity there is no wonder the cases are slowing down. NY/NJ still leading in deaths.

 

[bluehende]

I’d like to see the number broken out by county. Outside of downstate NY upstate is farm land and extremely spread out. Not to mention, most of NYC already had COVID. If there is immunity there is no wonder the cases are slowing down. NY/NJ still leading in deaths.

I will leave that for you. And again most of NYC has not had covid or show me some data on that one to change my mind.

 

[Bunk]

As a New Yorker let me just say, the hypocrisy is at an all time high there. While they sat at home shaming everyone through their screens about the importance of masks and distancing, they all ran out and congregated the first warm weekend they could (we all saw the pictures). Now this past weekend just shows you their true self. Also, no one in NY is being tested.

Sorry CPNY, but I don't agree with much of what you wrote. You paint a broad brush over the entire state by suggesting that NY is full of irresponsible morons. I live in NY. I have to say that most people I come across in NYC and the New York metropolitan area take wearing masks and doing social distancing pretty seriously, probably because of what we've lived through. Every person that sees me professionally has either come in wearing a mask or asked me if I want them to put on a mask. Almost all of the people we encounter in daily activities are wearing masks.

The problem may be more of demographics than of geography. I think that unfortunately that many of the "young people" aren't taking this as seriously as the "old people". I don't think that has much to do with what state you're from .

Also, I have no idea what you mean about not being tested. My DW and I both have medical procedures within the month. We both have to take Covid tests before the operations. Some places take our temperature before we enter buildings. We can get free covid tests at CVS depending on our answers to the attached questionnaire. Friends from other states wish they had the same access as New Yorkers do.

I think there are too many stupid people out there, but I don't think that the place of residence makes any difference.

 

[CPNY]

Sorry CPNY, but I don't agree with much of what you wrote. You paint a broad brush over the entire state by suggesting that NY is full of irresponsible morons. I live in NY. I have to say that most people I come across in NYC and the New York metropolitan area take wearing masks and doing social distancing pretty seriously, probably because of what we've lived through. Every person that sees me professionally has either come in wearing a mask or asked me if I want them to put on a mask. Almost all of the people we encounter in daily activities are wearing masks.

The problem may be more of demographics than of geography. I think that unfortunately that many of the "young people" aren't taking this as seriously as the "old people". I don't think that has much to do with what state you're from .

Also, I have no idea what you mean about not being tested. My DW and I both have medical procedures within the month. We both have to take Covid tests before the operations. Some places take our temperature before we enter buildings. We can get free covid tests at CVS depending on our answers to the attached questionnaire. Friends from other states wish they had the same access as New Yorkers do.

I think there are too many stupid people out there, but I don't think that the place of residence makes any difference.

From what I’ve seen in Hell’s Kitchen and fire island, it paints a much different picture. What I’ve seen back in April where people were on the streets drinking during quarantine without masks, again, a whole different picture. Sure some people are doing their part, but there are ALOT who are not.

 

[Bunk]

From what I’ve seen in Hell’s Kitchen and fire island, it paints a much different picture. What I’ve seen back in April where people were on the streets drinking during quarantine without masks, again, a whole different picture. Sure some people are doing their part, but there are ALOT who are not.

CPNY: I don't argue with your complaint above. As for NYC, I don't think DeBlasio shows any interest in enforcing quarantine rules unless he can enforce them against religious groups.

As for Fire Island, Gov. Cuomo is pushing Suffolk County to take steps: "I also remind local governments of their duty to enforce the standards that have made [New York's] reopening safe and successful." I
“The last thing we need is to see this virus spike again,” Cuomo said during a morning news briefing in Manhattan. “You look at the festivities around July Fourth. You see gatherings that are not socially distant. You see it on Manhattan. You see it on Fire Island. I don’t know how else to say it. Actions have consequences.” Cuomo said he plans to once again speak with local governments in the state about enforcement.

 

[geekette]

Yet here I am creeped out that my neighbor's girlfriend ran over to give me a hug. I was horrified, which stopped my breathing for long enough for the hug to end....

I hate thinking that everyone, including me, is diseased. This is such a weird time we're living through. If Americans act this way for this pandemic, I'm pretty sure that I will be isolating super quick when the next one breaks out anywhere in the world. And fully become a vegetarian. Until I find myself wondering how big a squirrel filet is...

 

[WVBaker]

Yet here I am creeped out that my neighbor's girlfriend ran over to give me a hug. I was horrified, which stopped my breathing for long enough for the hug to end....

I hate thinking that everyone, including me, is diseased. This is such a weird time we're living through. If Americans act this way for this pandemic, I'm pretty sure that I will be isolating super quick when the next one breaks out anywhere in the world. And fully become a vegetarian. Until I find myself wondering how big a squirrel filet is...

Deleated

 

[bluehende]

Catastrophizing perhaps. A common reaction with an uncommon name.

As of Monday, COVID-19 has claimed the lives of perhaps 22 Americans. Let's see, it only has 19,978 deaths to go to catch up. And our children well, up to this
date COVID-19 has claimed 0, none. Which one should we panic about?

 

[DannyTS]

I will leave that for you. And again most of NYC has not had covid or show me some data on that one to change my mind.

It is not most of NYC indeed, but 25% is a very significant number because you can reach herd immunity at 60%. Combined with other mitigation factors a 25% immunity is very powerful, especially if it is predominantly among those who have been more active and have had more contacts with other people: health care professionals, transportation, retail, safety etc.

Roughly 25% of New York City has probably been infected with coronavirus, Dr. Scott Gottlieb says

The researchers said the percentage of New York City-area residents with Covid-19 antibodies "is well below the estimated 67% needed to achieve community immunity."

www.cnbc.com

 

[WVBaker]

Must be wonderful to live in your perfect world where nothing ever changes and I bow to you oh quintessential being. I would like to play this game with you my irreproachable one but, I'm just not feeling the love, therefore...