LETTER TO THE EDITOR | Religiously foolish – Opinion – St. Augustine Record

FridayApr10,2020at4:28PM

EDITOR: After finally getting permission from his taskmaster, Donald Trump, Gov. Ron DeSantis abandoned piecemeal legislation and issued state mandates to help slow the spread of COVID-19. Conveniently, in terms of economic impact, he waited until after spring break and Bike Week contributed considerably to state coffers, and the prime tourist season is drawing to a close. Im sure all the states to which the partiers returned to infect their friends and neighbors are grateful.

But if this werent bad enough, DeSantis has waved his magic wand and waived any directives for social distancing as regards religious services in the Sunshine State. Floridians should be outraged! If those worshippers are in a hurry to meet their Maker, this is the perfect way to expedite the journey. I would readily accept this misguided decision if it werent for the fact that those of us who do practice social distancing, do stay at home except for essential trips to procure groceries, medical supplies, etc., will come into contact with them and bear the consequences.

The governor has cravenly caved to religious conservatives who are not obeying the golden rule, which demands loving their neighbors as themselves. I urge all of you to call the Governors office and voice your concerns.

Meg Massaro, St. Augustine

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