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Cooper Sees Poor Example Of Coronavirus Management In Washington

NC Governor Roy Cooper. (09/22/20 Governor Cooper Briefing )

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper says President Donald Trump is setting a poor example when it comes to the coronavirus. He made his comments at a press conference Tuesday. 

More than two thousand people tested positive for Coronavirus in North Carolina on Monday — among the highest caseloads since July. And the average number of new cases has steadily climbed in recent weeks as well.

Both trends come on the heels of Governor Cooper's Phase 3 announcement. He cautions North Carolinians against dropping their guard during this period of recovery, when it comes to reducing the spread of COVID-19.

He says the recent outbreak following the White House ceremony where maskless participants sat close together isn't helping. 

"You can see what happens even with testing going on," says Cooper. "So, that's just the wrong signal to be sending when we know that it is scientifically proven. And it's frustrating to see and hear the opposite coming out of Washington."

Cooper says the state's methodical approach to easing restrictions will work safely, but only if citizens continue using proven measures: wearing a mask, waiting six feet apart and washing hands often.

For the most up-to-date information on coronavirus in North Carolina, visit our Live Updates blog here. WFDD wants to hear your stories — connect with us and let us know what you're experiencing.

Before his arrival in the Triad, David had already established himself as a fixture in the Austin, Texas arts scene as a radio host for Classical 89.5 KMFA. During his tenure there, he produced and hosted hundreds of programs including Mind Your Music, The Basics and T.G.I.F. Thank Goodness, It's Familiar, which each won international awards in the Fine Arts Radio Competition. As a radio journalist with 88.5 WFDD, his features have been recognized by the Associated Press, Public Radio News Directors Inc., Catholic Academy of Communication Professionals, and Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas. David has written and produced national stories for NPR, KUSC and CPRN in Los Angeles and conducted interviews for Minnesota Public Radio's Weekend America.

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