What Biden’s big wins mean, and how Fort Worth is fighting coronavirus

Let’s go with decency

The most salient news emerging from the past three Democratic primaries was the continued trend of large numbers of Democrats voting, especially in states with expanded early voting, and their anger toward — as well as rebuke of — the 45th president. The results were a clear and forceful response to Donald Trump.

Unlike 2016, Democratic primary voters, especially in Michigan and Florida, were highly motivated and took Trump seriously. This may be a good indicator of what will transpire in November. Political strategist James Carville was on the mark, suggesting it’s time for the Democratic Party to unite and pivot to the general election.

I agree with David Axelrod, former senior adviser to President Barack Obama: The focus of the Democratic campaign should be on empathy, humanity, decency and compassion — the biggest Trump deficits and liabilities. In view of the crises faced by the nation, most recently the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans are looking for stability, rationality and a steady hand. And if primary exit polls are accurate, voters perceive Joe Biden as the person best suited to handle crises.

- Richard Cherwitz, Austin

Trump has done all he can

I don’t know how anyone could say that President Donald Trump has not been responsive regarding the coronavirus. He has held news conferences with medical specialists every day explaining what people should do to keep out of danger and what steps are being taken to contain the virus. When he shut down travel from China, the media and some opposing candidates called him a racist, but now they say he isn’t doing enough.

Test kits don’t appear out of the air; they have to be assembled. I am in the vulnerable age group, but I am not going to ask for a test unless there are indications I have been infected. Get a grip, folks: Trump doesn’t wear a cape and leap over buildings. He is human.

- Clista Hancock, Arlington

Prayers are needed now

Bishop Michael Olson is trying his best to serve the Fort Worth diocese sensibly during these very challenging times. We are grateful that he insists on continuing the celebration of Holy Mass. Prayers are most certainly needed.

- Toni Wietholter, Fort Worth

Calm and informative

I congratulate the folks at WFAA-TV Channel 8 news. They show the facts of the coronavirus outbreak without hype and demonstrate the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations. They calm fears, tell us why the CDC guidelines are needed and answer the public’s questions.

- Jerry Coover, Fort Worth

We should follow Dallas’ lead

Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price should resign. By calling for only wimpy restrictions on people congregating, she is putting me, my family, Tarrant County and the whole area at risk. Look at Dallas, which took the proper step to help eradicate this terrible virus.

Price has the power to save lives by closing all non-essential gatherings.

- Darryl Collins, Euless

This could get ahead of us

I am concerned that Fort Worth and Tarrant County have no drive-through coronavirus testing. Our metropolitan area is lagging. We are not out front in testing or preparing for the number of residents who will require treatment.

I urge Mayor Betsy Price, City Council members and county commissioners to lead on this. Now is the time to identify who has this illness and make certain they isolate and receive the care they need. The only way to do this is a massive testing plan providing quick results.

As a retired medical provider, I fear my city is doing too little, too late.

- Cary Clark, Fort Worth