I am not so willing to shift any blame away from Manchin and Sinema. As far as I can tell, they are preventing the Democrats from achieving anything during this time, which is a great gift to the Republicans. When two specific people hold that much power, they ought not be able to shift blame away from themselves. They can see, along with the rest of us, that the Republicans are out to destroy, one red state at a time. They are obligated to protect democracy. The choice now is betwewn protecting our American democracy or leaving it to the crazy wolves.
I understand your viewpoint and think it is reasonable. In my view, we aren't going to change the minds of Sinema and Manchin, and should focus on outvoting them with new Democratic Senators. but if people want to try to change their views, more power to them!
Thank you for the summary of the various investigations into origins of the coronavirus. What it demonstrates for me is the incomplete status of all — incomplete in the sense that it does not appear any have advanced beyond the stage of developing reasonable, evidence-based hypotheses for conclusions. As with other important and consequential public issues, the know-nothing conspiracy of right-wing media commentators, demagogues and useful idiots in the Trump cult are seizing on bits of information to conjure new fantasies. In reference to Mark Twain, folks like Fauci — and you — need continue putting on your shoes while the fantasies are racing around the world.
While it is important to understand the source of CoV-2, I could never understand why the media wasn't more focussed on Dr. Fauci's true responsibilities....helping the President and public understand how the virus was evolving and spreading in the public and explaining the every-increasing and changing scientific understanding of its medical implications. Two totally different issues. thank you for your explanation, not tedious at all.
I appreciated your summary of the origins of the Coronavirus origins in all of its complexity. It's not easy to untangle Trump's lies and slurs to get to some facts.
Thanks, as always, for Today’s Edition, June 4. Your discussion of the Lab Leak issue was concise, pithy, and helpful. Not too long! I am always so grateful for your distillation and interpretation of a lot of complicated and distressing news. I always feel more hopeful after I read you. And committed to doing my part to participate in my cherished democracy.
Thanks for an excellent summary of and links to what we know so far regarding the origins of the virus. It is a scary and fascinating topic we all need to follow .... with your able help.
What a fantastic edition this morning! Your condensation of very difficult issues was perfect. And, kudos to the readers whose emails you excerpted. Both Jim and I are much better informed because of your efforts.
I agree with other comments. Your analysis is very helpful on whatever topic you undertake. Many thanks. I am better informed and more optimistic because of your daily letters.
You are never tedious, you are thorough, complete and well researched. Love your style ! You, and your managing editor, have a fantastic way of condensing complex topics, pulling out the important points and leaving the noise behind. Keep calm and carry on.
I am not so willing to shift any blame away from Manchin and Sinema. As far as I can tell, they are preventing the Democrats from achieving anything during this time, which is a great gift to the Republicans. When two specific people hold that much power, they ought not be able to shift blame away from themselves. They can see, along with the rest of us, that the Republicans are out to destroy, one red state at a time. They are obligated to protect democracy. The choice now is betwewn protecting our American democracy or leaving it to the crazy wolves.
I understand your viewpoint and think it is reasonable. In my view, we aren't going to change the minds of Sinema and Manchin, and should focus on outvoting them with new Democratic Senators. but if people want to try to change their views, more power to them!
Your wonderful explanation as always was outstanding. Crystal clear. Thank you. Dr Fauci is our unsung hero! Pat NC
Thank you for the summary of the various investigations into origins of the coronavirus. What it demonstrates for me is the incomplete status of all — incomplete in the sense that it does not appear any have advanced beyond the stage of developing reasonable, evidence-based hypotheses for conclusions. As with other important and consequential public issues, the know-nothing conspiracy of right-wing media commentators, demagogues and useful idiots in the Trump cult are seizing on bits of information to conjure new fantasies. In reference to Mark Twain, folks like Fauci — and you — need continue putting on your shoes while the fantasies are racing around the world.
While it is important to understand the source of CoV-2, I could never understand why the media wasn't more focussed on Dr. Fauci's true responsibilities....helping the President and public understand how the virus was evolving and spreading in the public and explaining the every-increasing and changing scientific understanding of its medical implications. Two totally different issues. thank you for your explanation, not tedious at all.
Not at all ‘tedious’. Thank you for your succinct analysis.
I too appreciate your analysis and report of the COVID-19 origin. It was definitely not “tedious.”
I appreciated your summary of the origins of the Coronavirus origins in all of its complexity. It's not easy to untangle Trump's lies and slurs to get to some facts.
Thanks, as always, for Today’s Edition, June 4. Your discussion of the Lab Leak issue was concise, pithy, and helpful. Not too long! I am always so grateful for your distillation and interpretation of a lot of complicated and distressing news. I always feel more hopeful after I read you. And committed to doing my part to participate in my cherished democracy.
Your discussion of the origins of CoV-2 was clear and helpful. Thank you!
Thanks for an excellent summary of and links to what we know so far regarding the origins of the virus. It is a scary and fascinating topic we all need to follow .... with your able help.
What a fantastic edition this morning! Your condensation of very difficult issues was perfect. And, kudos to the readers whose emails you excerpted. Both Jim and I are much better informed because of your efforts.
I agree with other comments. Your analysis is very helpful on whatever topic you undertake. Many thanks. I am better informed and more optimistic because of your daily letters.
Thank you for the background to the Wuhan lab controversy. I had not followed it closely, and found your background very helpful.
Thank you for continuing to remind us that we need votes to succeed. GOTV 2022!
You are never tedious, you are thorough, complete and well researched. Love your style ! You, and your managing editor, have a fantastic way of condensing complex topics, pulling out the important points and leaving the noise behind. Keep calm and carry on.
thanks, Robert, for wading into the debate - your comments were helpful, not tedious!
And thanks for your description of Trump's claim making him look desperate, weak, clownish.
And - thanks to you and your Managing Editor for meeting with us last night - it was great to see you, and listen to both of you!!!