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LTS, you quoted me, but I am not sure you are asking me. I agree that environment and context are important in the mask discussion. I see people wearing masks while out for a walk in the neighborhood. Maybe they do so because it gives them comfort. Maybe they do it simply because they believe that is what they were told to do. In the case of the first, more power to them and I wouldn’t expect reciprocity because of someone else’s comfort. In the case of the second, I am led to believe that those people either don’t fully understand the instructions or don’t understand why masks are being used. Either way, erring on the cautious side makes sense given the many unknowns with this virus. Regarding what if a vaccine isn’t found? I believe we need to begin preparing ourselves for a bit of a culture change because I think there is a significant likelihood that this virus is going to be with us long term. But I am not optimistic that the people of this country are willing to bend to make society as a whole safer. We’re too selfish a society. Our comfort and our norms are more important than society. Ive been very outspoken regarding mask usage, so I’ll provide some context behind my mask usage. In indoor public settings right now in NY it is pretty much mandated and I agree with it. So much potential gain for almost non existent effort or drawback. It makes so much sense given the cost benefit ratio. But outside? The benefit is so diminished due to the diminished risk outside that it becomes almost solely a personal preference decision. I’m assuming non crowded areas and open air here. The larger the crowds and/or the smaller the area, the more the cost benefit ratio slides towards using masks. And given the ability for this virus to be spread by asymptotic individuals I find it irresponsible (strong word but I cannot find the word that more accurately describes my thoughts here) for someone to be not using a mask once the risk starts to slide out of “low” and into the realm of “medium”. The harm in not wearing a mask is to others, not yourself, so the motorcycle helmet analogy doesn’t work well here. Your mask protects me. My mask protects you. We have a duty as libertarians to not allow our actions to be harmful to others. Self risk is my problem. Risk becomes your problem. My concern is for when I am back in an office environment. From what I have read recently, the real virus transmission concerns are focused on time in enclosed environments. It won’t be practical to wear masks for 8-9hrs in an office environment, so I expect we will be going back into the highest risk environments without mask wearing being practical. That has second wave written all over it, but I’m not sure there is another good option. My take on this has modified as more news comes out. I don’t look so sideways at beach goers now, unless we are talking heavily crowded beaches. And I am ready for an outdoor seat at my favorite brewery and winery. But I think indoor seating is still too risky. We met friends at a campsite on Saturday and were comfortable with it. Outside, keeping reasonable distance is relatively low risk according to the most recent understanding about COVID. As that changes, our expectations regarding responsible behavior should change as well.

Yup. This team can’t afford to write anyone in. We don’t need an interim 2C. We need a 2C. And then we’ll deal with having two 2Cs on the roster if it actually proves to be an issue somewhere down the road.

The only environment that really matters is proximity and time in enclosed spaces. Plenty of rural opportunities for that environment too. And if you are in an enclosed space for a significant amount of time it doesn’t matter if it is a rural Dollar General or a city office space.

Well said. All those folks treating mask guidelines as an opportunity to show our government officials that they won’t be controlled are choosing the protest over the health of everyone around them. The mask doesn’t protect the wearer, it protects the people around them from the wearer. Your mask catches what you exhale, not what I exhale. Going maskless is selfish. Period. You are choosing your convenience and your “freedom” (quotes very much intended here) over the well being of everyone around you. I wear my mask to protect you from me. Thank you very not at all for not returning the basic courtesy.

Does it have to be either-or?

What I remember of Connolly was, in the pivotal offseason that changed his game, he totally committed to being the best NHL player he could. Shaved his head, changed his routine, changed his life really. Mitts has some work to do yet.

There may be IIHF rules prohibiting that sort of thing. The rules for European juniors coming to the CHL are very specific. I expect there are very specific rules Going the other way too.

And I just slammed the tip of my ring finger with a hammer hard enough to split it open. No pics. I need to go back to work. It’s safer there.

I go back to the office in 2 weeks. Seriously tempted to get tested before I go back. Then again, it doesn't really change anything either way.

Are you calling a handful of op eds and one letter to the editor a MSM wide underselling of COVID? If anything, it is evidence that MSM hasn’t shouted down opinions counter to the vast majority of the scientific community and let counter opinions be heard. I think you’ve vastly overstated what you are trying to convey.

I can't recall a single MSM new outlet calling the flu worse. If anything, they were ringing the alarm bell before it even hit our shores.

The process is well documented on govt websites. They aren’t secretive about it at all.

You need to be able to buy your way in or have the backing of someone who can buy your way in.

I’m sure salt would have tasted better than pepper to many.

Which is it? Did MSM over-react, or did it play things down. I’m relatively certain you’ve played it both ways now.

I’m not disagreeing with your concept. That doesn’t change the fact that current immigration policy is why Pegula now has a lawsuit to keep a trainer in the US.

It’s all immigration policy. Its all related.

Liger, I think you are referring to situational awareness. It can be a learned skill. The military teaches it. Risto, of course, has to devote himself to it though.

From my perspective, the conversation was along the lines of, what probable cause was there, or might be typical in that scenario, that would warrant a search of his vehicle. Given the fallout, I guess the entire thread is about assumptions.

Freeman, you better warm up your "move posts" finger. ??

And I'm still mystified that people thought losing on purpose would lead to winning. So welcome to Club Fail. Keep 6' distance and wear your mask please.

I related it to your unwillingness to lay blame, so no reason for the snark. Trump was, by far, the most visible and vocal person in Gov't downplaying this disease. And he was acting as leader of the free world at the time. That's enough for me put it on his shoulders. It was his role to lead and this is what we were led to.

Adding that much weight might require him to change his game. It will be interesting to see where this goes.

Liger, nitpicking a bit, NHL players peak performance around 25-28 has been quantified (to the best of my knowledge) with points totals. I don't think anyone is suggesting that Risto has a new peak in his offense output that has been untouched. It's his defensive game and overall team game that is being surmised as still having room for growth. And that is something that absolutely can occur independent of skills and physical development. I don't think Chara is a good comparable here because my recollection is that to took to 25-26 for Chara to grow into that ridiculous body of his. Not the same as Risto. Will this happen with Risto? I have no idea. I'd sure like it to happen. But I wouldn't plan for it. "The board" isn't a monolith. I'm pretty sure you can separate out these elements of the board and discover that the results don't have as much overlap as insinuated here.

From that, I think I can surmise your occupation. ? And if I understand correctly, there needs to be escalation beyond a couple of traffic infractions to justify search of the vehicle. Maybe or maybe not a DWI investigation meets that requirement. Thanks.