“Nothing in life is to be feared. It is only to be understood.’ –Marie Curie Follow Dr. Hurd on Facebook. Search under “Michael Hurd” (Rehoboth Beach DE). Get up-to-the-minute postings, recommended articles and links, and engage in back-and-forth … Continue reading
“The health, well-being and security of America’s 320 million citizens depends on a functioning economy.” [Fox Business article] So true. Throughout this crisis so far, most of us demand that our leaders (now our rulers) focus ONLY on the eradication … Continue reading
What upsets me most right now: Decent, reasonable people ask each other, “When do you think they will let us reopen, and get back to normal?” In a democracy, it’s up to the people. Not the dishonest media, or some … Continue reading
Once upon a time, Republicans favored state and local governments while Democrats wanted strong federal intervention. That’s in total reverse. On the national level, President Trump slowly moves toward opening the country back up and distinguishing between “hot spots” and … Continue reading
President Trump’s Department of Homeland Security released updated guidelines naming gun manufacturers and retailers as essential on Saturday, which means they are to stay open and operational nationwide during a Chinese coronavirus shutdown. The Second Amendment Foundation’s Alan Gottlieb commented … Continue reading
Unlike most other Governors, Oklahoma’s Governor did not shut down most businesses in the state last weekend. So what happened? Oklahoma is doing no worse than the rest of the country. Despite that fact, mayors in Oklahoma are rushing to … Continue reading
I hear things like, “Coronavirus shows how we’re all in this together. It makes us more connected as a human family.” Or, the religious version: “God wants us all to love each other more.” I don’t agree at all. First … Continue reading
OK. All is well now. Stimulus checks and streamlined unemployment are coming. Help is on the way! Everything’s going to be all right. I hate to rain on everyone’s parade. But the laws of economics still apply. And psychology too. … Continue reading
“After uproar, [Delaware] Gov. Carney backtracks, allows firearms stores to open by appointment only.” Previously, in the state’s lockdown, Governor Carney left flower shops often because they’re considered “essential” businesses; but gun shops were closed, indefinitely. As my podcast co-host … Continue reading
Move over, Dr. Fauci. President Trump has found a doctor who goes on evidence more than politics. “So, when people start talking about 20% of a population getting infected,” Dr. Deborah Birx later added. “It’s very scary, but we don’t … Continue reading
During normal times, people fight about whether we need more government programs. One side says leave it to the private or voluntary sector, while the other side says we must do it through government. In a crisis, both sides suddenly … Continue reading
If you’re a Democrat, you want the shutdowns to extend until Election Day. Be honest. A downturn in the economy is worth it to get rid of President Trump, in your mind. If you are a Communist, as more Democrats … Continue reading