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  1. Jim R.

    Let’s try some basic Math, according to info in this article, which is virtually almost always accurate, and Props to the writers/editors (Jeff and Rob) for research done. I love that you are in this with your heads, and not just your hearts; but, I digress.

    First, The Tier structure is absolutely heavy-handed toward quarantine/closure. It only takes one (1) week of averages to move toward a more restrictive Tier, but four (4) weeks to move back to the less restrictive Tier. This difference alone is designed to keep the County closed longer, with a greater chance of escalating to a 14 day quarantine. This also indicates (with these lopsided mandates), Kauai’s Tier system will likely end up killing their economy, already highly dependant on tourism. The sad part is that it will be a combination of tourist and resident travel that forces the issue. Why? Whether it be for work or travel, there are hundreds (if not thousands) of Hawaii Residents leaving and returning to Kauai island weekly and monthly, some with a “get out of jail free” card.

    Personally, I know of several people on the islands that are traveling to the mainland to visit extended family, going to see live sporting events, taking pictures with family, and posting on social media, while in close contact not wearing masks during visits. You can safely bet, this type of thing is happening on every island, as locals love to gather in groups, whether it be friends, family or both, and “talk story”. Hawaiians are a social people, and this type of “Government Control” does not sit well with many residents. Clearly, some have relaxed (or had enough of the mandates), and are not 100% practicing covid protocols/procedures, if at all. Several of the most recent cases, especially on the outer islands, have been directly because of local residents gathering. I see pictures regularly on social media, of people gathering (more than 10 at times). It’s what local families in Hawaii do.

    Thanks, Guys, for the info!

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