Chap Petersen mask letter from 2/8 to FCPS

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Chap should just switch parties and get it over with. I'm so tired of him masquerading as a D. His anti-mask, anti-vax, pro-gun position is wearing thin. Is there no D in FFX that can run against him?

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[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Chap should just switch parties and get it over with. I'm so tired of him masquerading as a D. His anti-mask, anti-vax, pro-gun position is wearing thin. Is there no D in FFX that can run against him?

If you followed his votes, you'd see that he votes with other Democrats most of the time. One recent example was his voting against a Republican proposal that would have restored the death penalty in Virginia.

It's the Democrats who insist on far-left ideological purity, and constantly scream about the need to primary Democrats like Petersen with an independent streak, who are driving some of us out of the Democratic party (and I'm not Republican, but now prefer being Independent than having to fall in line with the "Blue Virginia" views of local Democrats like Sujatha Hampton, Geof Schoradt, Bryan Graham, etc).

Fairfax Dems talked about censuring Chap back in January over his already public anti-mask-mandate (not anti-mask) stance. The group you mentioned is pretty furious at him.

These are the same people who control the blue sample ballot in 2023...

And who gifted us this current clown car.

But the public voted, and no one is stopping the citizens from researching candidates.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

No one is stopping your family from wearing respirators to protect your two year old from a mild cold. The rest of us are done with the charade.

I live in Fairfax City and have no problem with Chap's views. He's a middle of the road D and his views align for the most part with his consituents.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

How effective do you believe masks, as actually worn at school, are?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Chap should just switch parties and get it over with. I'm so tired of him masquerading as a D. His anti-mask, anti-vax, pro-gun position is wearing thin. Is there no D in FFX that can run against him?

+1

+!

No one wants to run against him because he is popular and always wins primaries and generals by a significant margin.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I posted on the non FCPS thread by mistake.

He is playing politics by using the weirdly capitalized phrase “Forced Masking.” Also by calling Dr. Brabrand Mr. Brabrand.

I think his district just changed and I don’t think his new constituents are on board with his political posturing.

Also, state law requires districts comply with CDC guidance to the maximum extent practicable. CDC still recommends I universal masks in schools. Why does he want schools to break the law?

Chap should stay in his lane.

Like, making state law lane? That's what he is going to do. And then, kids will be free. If you want a mask, wear a mask. You cover your face if you want.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

No one agrees with you. There are some kids that will never be able to get vaccinated due to other health issues. Should we stay masked forever then?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

How effective do you believe masks, as actually worn at school, are?

Very. Child at school was a close contact but did not get covid. He certainly would have had both parties not been wearing masks.

I am not worried about the 2 year old dying, as that is very unlikely. In the short term the 2 year old would likely not have a significant illness. But who knows what long term side effects there are from covid? There could be complications we see from other viruses, like shingles or MS. I do not wish to take that chance.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

No one agrees with you. There are some kids that will never be able to get vaccinated due to other health issues. Should we stay masked forever then?

Comments into the school board were over 10 to 1 in favor of masks. So most people agree with me.

[Anonymous]

I don't understand the mask forever people. We don't wear masks to prevent kids from getting actual serious illnesses that put them in the hospital like RSV, the flu, pneumonia, etc. And now the science shows that if you need to remain completely germ-free, YOU can CHOOSE to wear a medical grade mask.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

Here’s what you should do. Don’t take your two year old in a car or to go swimming. Then you reduce your risk of harm more than any covid vaccine.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

No one agrees with you. There are some kids that will never be able to get vaccinated due to other health issues. Should we stay masked forever then?

Comments into the school board were over 10 to 1 in favor of masks. So most people agree with me.

Did FCPS send out a survey on masking and I missed it?

[Anonymous]

I did not get a survey.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am a constituent and this is outrageous. He has no right to give covid to my unvaccinated 2 year old, which is what will certainly happen if my elementary schooler is around unmasked children. I will actively support any primary challenger he faces. Masks protect people and are just not a big deal!

Vax and mask your kids if you want to. No one is trying to stop you.

Unfortunately, I cannot vaccinate my two year old. That is the issue. Until everyone who wants a vaccine can have one, we must wear masks. Once there is a vaccine for those under 5, we may be able to reevaluate.

No one agrees with you. There are some kids that will never be able to get vaccinated due to other health issues. Should we stay masked forever then?

Comments into the school board were over 10 to 1 in favor of masks. So most people agree with me.

Did FCPS send out a survey on masking and I missed it?

No, but you are always free to email the school board.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm a school administrator and I hope to see more parents stand up like Chap Peterson is. Enough with the masking.

Please get back to work and off DCUM in the middle of a work day morning.