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by shostack 2019 days ago
Not only did it have one of the most aggressive and immediate responses to the issue, but for a long time we were relatively sheltered as the virus raged across the nation because these measures were highly effective, and people to a large degree listened.

He has been a straight shooter from the get go, including a while back when he said the State's orders didn't make sense because they were all or nothing for opening up and he felt that many indoor spaces were not safe to reopen.

Unfortunately, it seems much of his frustration stems from the fact that humans suck at nuance with things like this but are absolutely amazing at rationalizing anything.

I wish I knew who he was referring to specifically when he says things like:

"I may have a different view of the power and authority I have, as a function of my position, than some of my colleagues."

If they are elected, I want them out.

Ultimately, it is disheartening that the people who need to hear his message the most will not read his post.

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”I may have a different view of the power and authority I have, as a function of my position, than some of my colleagues."

Maybe some of his colleagues believe that sheriffs report through the Attorney General, as per the California constitution.

If they are elected, I want them out.