Monroe Dispatch - No Struggle, No Progress

There are 13 states which are in serious trouble where Coronavirus is concerned. Those states are referred to as being in the “RED”, and Louisiana is one of them.

Louisiana is seriously impacted by this dreaded health problem, contrary to the lack of media attention. Because of its 44.4 daily new cases per 100, 000 people, it has the highest rate next to Florida. We should be aware of how quickly the tide turns because Louisiana was considered a previously Safe state until this surge in COVID cases.

This is an indication that ALL Louisiana citizens should not only do better with the CDC guidelines (washing hands, social distancing and wearing masks), but we should also become our Brother’s Keeper by encouraging those who will listen to also follow these guidelines.

Governor John Bel Edwards is doing all he can to remind us to follow the guidelines to avoid having the state closed down again. He decided that Louisiana will keep the current Phase Two restrictions, including mask mandates and bar closures through August 28, 2020 to continue to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Certainly, people are tired of hearing and reading about this pandemic, but we must face this reality, so that we can do whatever possible to avoid getting sick and to remain safe.

As good neighbors, we should pay close attention to the re-opening of schools, even if we are not parents because there is a great risk involved for a large part of the community: students and school staff.

Throughout the country, students and school staff are being impacted by virus cases and forced quarantines. It is our hope that the re-opening of schools in Louisiana will move smoothly and safely.