There seems to be a double-standard about social distancing. The peaceful marchers were on top of each other, while days before the protests some summons were given out for people not wearing masks. I just hope there is not a spike in COVID-19 cases from all these marches. There was a memorial service in Brooklyn for George Floyd where people were very close. De Blasio was there and did not say anything. Did he respond about his daughters' arrest? I just don't think he performed well during this crisis.
Phase 1 of the re-opening begins Monday in NYC as non-essential businesses will be allowed to open. I sense that it will be a long time before recreational and cultural activities will return to normal. I obviously miss ball games, museums, libraries, movies, and shows. What will happen if there is a resurgence of the Coronavirus?
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I think it would be more accurate to ponder if the protests are productive rather than if they are enough. In recent memory, there were marches/protests in 1992, 2013, and 2014 centered around frustrations with the police department but yet we are here again. I think blame goes on both sides though - politicians for failing to enact and organizers failing to follow through. Also, a failure on society at large for thinking the issue is isolated and not related to other issues.
I agree that there isn't enough discussion about the lack of social distancing during the protests. It's mentioned but with a passing glance. I am not saying if protesting is worth the risks or not but rather the discussion should be had.
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