* Press release…
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Ill) released the following statement on his positive COVID-19 test:
“This morning, I tested positive for COVID-19. Since the beginning of this pandemic, I have taken my temperature twice daily because serving in Congress means I interact with many people, and it’s my duty to protect the health of those I serve. This morning, my temperature clocked in at 99 degrees Fahrenheit, which is higher than normal for me.
“Because of the high temperature, my wife and I received a test this morning. While my test came back positive, my wife’s test came back negative. My staff who I’ve worked with in-person this week have received negative tests as well. Other than a higher-than-normal temperature, I am showing no symptoms at this time and feel fine.
“Having consulted with the Office of the Attending Physician (OAP) of Congress and local county health officials, our office is contacting constituents I have met with in-person within the previous 48 hours, per CDC guidelines.
“My staff and I take COVID-19 very seriously. My wife is a nurse and a cancer survivor, which puts her in an at-risk category like so many Americans. My office and I have always followed and will continue to follow CDC guidelines, use social distancing, and wear masks or face coverings when social distancing cannot be maintained.
“I will postpone public events our office has planned for the coming days until I receive a negative test. I will continue to serve my constituents virtually from home while I quarantine. Our district offices throughout central and southwestern Illinois remain open for constituents as well.
“During these challenging times, protecting the public health is my highest priority. If you’re out in public, use social distancing, and when you can’t social distance, please wear a mask. All of us must do our part. That’s what it will take to get through this pandemic.”
Get well soon, Rodney.
…Adding… A bit of context…
- Squishy - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 6:43 pm:
Okay, my initial reaction wasn’t very nice. I do wish him a speedy and full recovery
- 40,000ft - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 6:55 pm:
The mask testimony is interesting.
- Levois J - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 6:57 pm:
I second the sentiment that he get well soon. A lesson to take all the precautions we can to avoid getting sick.
- Nitemayor - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:05 pm:
Congresscritters get same day results? Double Standard here. Real world is several days to a week. That said, speedy recovery Rodney.
- Anonymous - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:08 pm:
Wishing Rep. Davis and his family well.
- Huh? - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:10 pm:
“Double Standard here.”
Didn’t Orwell say something along the lines of “some pigs are more equal than others”?
- Dotnonymous - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:17 pm:
- Anonymous - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:08 pm:
That was me…oops.
- Rich Hill - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:29 pm:
I hope, hope, hope that this part of his statement causes more of his constituents to finally act in a responsible manner: ” If you’re out in public, use social distancing, and when you can’t social distance, please wear a mask. All of us must do our part. That’s what it will take to get through this pandemic.”
- Birds on the Bat - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:34 pm:
Prayers for a full recovery, Congressman.
Rich Hill, do you have mask wearing/non-wearing statistics by congressional district you can share?
- Xeno - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:57 pm:
Davis was in the hallway next to the Rochester Public Library late is morning.
- Token Conservative - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 7:57 pm:
==Congresscritters get same day results? Double Standard here. Real world is several days to a week.==
He’s in district, so he probably got tested at a Walgreens or state site or clinic like everyone else.
- Oswego Willy - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 8:11 pm:
My sincere best wishes to Congressman Davis in hopes of an easy and swift recovery.
I’ll keep him, his wife, family, the Staff and Crew in my thoughts in the coming days.
- Commisar Gritty - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 8:32 pm:
@nitemayor
We are all equal in the eyes of dogs
- Keyrock - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 8:45 pm:
Best wishes to the Congressman, his family, and staff.
- Token Conservative - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 10:19 pm:
==did karma have anything to do with this?==
Don’t be a jerk.
- Birds on the Bat - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 10:32 pm:
Don’t be a jerk
Too late. Sad.
- Club J - Wednesday, Aug 5, 20 @ 11:37 pm:
Mr. Davis we might not agree politically but I wish you the best during this tough time. I especially hope your wife stays negative with her preexisting condition. I also hope this will help you to see why we need the insurance coverage for everyone. Also please make a call to Darren Bailey.
- Pundent - Thursday, Aug 6, 20 @ 9:17 am:
My heart goes out to Mr. Davis and his family. I would ask that he use this personal experience as an opportunity to educate his colleagues and constituents on the need to be vigilant in the face of this virus. We need more people that “get it” both literally and figuratively on the right to speak up to counter those that haven’t. It truly is a matter of life and death.
- Patti - Thursday, Aug 6, 20 @ 9:54 am:
I wish him a speedy recovery, but I am frustrated that members of Congress receive same day test results while others are waiting for a week or more.
- Token Conservative - Thursday, Aug 6, 20 @ 10:23 am:
==I wish him a speedy recovery, but I am frustrated that members of Congress receive same day test results while others are waiting for a week or more.==
He’s in district, so he probably got tested at a Walgreens or state site or clinic like everyone else.
- Lurker - Thursday, Aug 6, 20 @ 11:28 am:
I’m glad he understands he did everything right but got sick anyway. Stuff happens. And he has a job still paying. Others not so lucky during covid and not during covid. So I ask, Rodney do you have a better understanding why every unlucky person needs access to healthcare?