As thousands continue to be affected by the novel coronavirus in the U.S., the Trump administration still lags behind in its response. According to data compiled byThe New York Times, more than 4 million people in the U.S. have tested positive for COVID-19. Despite this, Donald Trump not only continues to dismiss the severity of the pandemic but has been pushing for schools to reopen.
While health experts urge individuals to wear masks and abide by social distancing measures, Trump promises to reopen schools under the argument that children are too young to carry risk. While some have been quick to support Trump and his irresponsible behavior by protesting for schools to reopen in addition to protesting against mandates requiring children to wear masks, others have come to their senses and dismissed the president’s claims. Nancy Shively, an Oklahoma teacher who voted for Trump in 2016, not only said she regrets voting for Trump but shared that she fears for her life.