Leader of the Senate majority Mitch McConnell
Addison (Mitch) Mitchell McConnellPelosi will get the COVID-19 vaccine in the “next few days,” as the vaccination program for lawmakers begins. McConnell says he will get the coronavirus vaccine in the “next few days.” (R-Ky.) He said Thursday he will receive the coronavirus vaccine in the coming days.
“Due to government continuity requirements, the attending physician’s office has informed me that I am eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine, which I will accept in the coming days,” McConnell said Thursday.
“Even with a vaccine, I will continue to follow [Centers for Disease Control and Prevention] The CDC guidelines for wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and washing my hands frequently, ”McConnell added. “I encourage everyone to continue to follow these important guidelines. It’s the only way to defeat COVID-19 once and for all.”
McConnell reiterated his concerns about skepticism about the vaccine or reluctance to take it, citing his own history as a polio survivor.
“As a survivor of polio, I know both the fear of a disease and the extraordinary promise of hope that vaccines bring,” he said. “I really hope all Kentuckians and Americans heed this advice and accept this safe and effective vaccine.”
Former Presidents Obama, George W. Bush and Clinton have vowed to take the vaccine publicly to increase confidence in their safety. Vice President Pence has also said he will be publicly vaccinated and will be president-elect Joe Biden
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“I don’t want to get ahead of the line, but I want to make sure we show the American people that it’s safe to take,” Biden said this week. “When I do, I will do it publicly so you can witness that I have achieved it.”
McConnell previously expressed concern about the skepticism surrounding the vaccine earlier in the week.
“When you have about half the population skeptical or you say they won’t, it’s not good news, so I think all of us who have at least some supporters in the country need to step up as the former presidents are and how I’m sure people in the entertainment world will also encourage people to do that, ”he said.