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May 15, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

Glad you are vaccinated. Seems so strange that here in the US so many are opting out to get the vaccine. The misinformation spread by social media has really made an impact on vaccination efforts.

Many here recognize the importance of action on climate change. The difficulty comes getting legislators to do something about it. Seems local governments are doing more than the federal one. One hopes this will change. Love the photo📸

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May 16, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

Enjoy the coming freedom of full vaccination. Feels great here!

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May 16, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

The speed at which everything is changing, including the climate, makes me worry about the ability of democratic structures to act and compete, especially in the very divided countries like the U.S. I know this is top of mind for Biden. The compromises and incrementalism so bind bold action. I hope that multilateralism will bring the right incentives and pressures to tip the scales for equity and the greatest good, and help the U.S. and others overcome political challenges. As a U.S. citizen, I’ve really longed for the voices of outside strong leadership to help right our course and diminish our evils, giving historical perspective to the nonsense.

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May 16, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

Alexander I am glad to hear of your vaccination. Advocates like yourself are crucial in guiding us forward in address of this global warming crisis. As a parent and grandparent I found my commitment in doing all I can on behalf of future generations. I am so impressed by the strength, courage and smarts of many young in fighting for their lives and future on the planet. Parents of the young, and governments of us all, must have their back.

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May 15, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

A thoughtful article today. There’s so much to consider here but, be it a pandemic or the climate crisis, wise, competent & truthful governance affects everything. The most important decisions most of us make is putting the best people in positions of power. That cannot be overstated.

Thank you always for your excellent perspectives. And thank you for that beautiful tree!

Very happy to know you’re getting vaccinated!

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May 15, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

Good morning, I'm wondering and hope you do not mind me asking.

Have you every counted how many vaccines you have received as a world traveler? Pre Covid.

Something to think about is that there are countries one can not enter without following their strict vaccine protocol today. Also thinking about the migrants that flee their countries in droves (perhaps) not vaccinated?

I's nice to see the greening again, a daily sign of healthy growth. Hopefully a pending hailstorm won't knock-off these otherwise happy leaves. 🌿🌱

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May 15, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

Have you read "Mission Economy" by Mariana Mazzucato? She speaks to some of these issues.

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May 15, 2021Liked by Alexander Verbeek 🌍

Beautiful photo, and congrats & good luck on the vaccine!

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コロナワクチン接種2回目で、30歳までの男性は、心筋炎を発症するリスクがある。

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ロックダウンをもう少し、長く続ける必要があった。経済活動を優先したからだ。

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各国の指導者は、余り頭がよくありません。コロナウイルスは、多分後3年は終息しないでしょう。新しい変異株が生まれ、ワクチンが効かなくなります。血液型、民族による違いを研究するべきです。気候変動についても、もっと、強い制限をかけるべきです。

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