GOP governors scorn pandemic restrictions as they compete for primacy in a pro-Trump party
Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Washington Post
March 5, 2021
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WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 24: Texas Governor Greg Abbott participates in a news briefing outside the West Wing after an Oval Office announcement with President Trump March 24, 2017 at the White House in Washington, DC. Charter Communications announced that the company is opening a call center in McAllen, Texas, creating 600 jobs. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)Alex Wong/Getty Images
The decision this week by Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas to end his state s mask mandate and lift all restrictions on business reflects a broader move by politically ambitious Republican governors to channel the rising anger of conservative constituents over government efforts to curb the coronavirus.
Courage: Metro Health dropped the ball on vaccine waitlist
John Courage, For the Express-News
March 5, 2021
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Re: “Waitlists for vaccinations needed here,” Editorial, Saturday
I am disappointed San Antonio is the only major city in Texas to not have a COVID-19 registration. I have been asking for a registration since vaccines became available, and two weeks ago at City Council, I called for a vote on the issue, which failed 7-4. This proposal will be heard at the next scheduled Community Health & Equity committee, but time is of the essence and more must be done.
Metro Health officials have said maintaining a registration is not a best practice and anxieties would not be eased. I disagree. Health authorities across Texas agree with me and the countless individuals who have called my office to voice their frustration with our current system. The public understands there is an extreme lack of vaccine supply. We know not everyone who signs up will be able