ODDS OF A 2021 NOJF?

[jjazznj]

They need to make this announcement as soon as possible if they are going to require vaccinations.
As of the next couple of weeks, there is ample time for the unvaccinated to get both doses and the two-week ‘buffer’.
Hell, they should make that announcement anyway; they could significantly boost vaccination rates in Louisiana.
Then, if things greatly improve, they can change their policy.
There are people who may be pissed off, but if they have gotten their shots, who cares?

I don't see it happening unless they are forced to by the city or the state.

And I also don't see many people in this backward state getting vaxed just so they can go to the Jazz Fest.

[zzupschuck]

I don't see it happening unless they are forced to by the city or the state.

And I also don't see many people in this backward state getting vaxed just so they can go to the Jazz Fest.

Of the 300,000 or so people that will be at Jazzfest...how many do you actually think are from this backward state? I think it's a small percentage.

[swag]

And I also don't see many people in this backward state getting vaxed just so they can go to the Jazz Fest.

What if the same rule were also applied to Tiger Stadium and the Superdome?

[jjazznj]

Of the 300,000 or so people that will be at Jazzfest...how many do you actually think are from this backward state? I think it's a small percentage.

I take it you mean those that don't live here? Not a lot but some. And plenty of musicians.

[jjazznj]

What if the same rule were also applied to Tiger Stadium and the Superdome?

Definitely more probably would than just to get into JF. It would be an idiotic reason to get a vaccine though.

[CEfromLA]

Definitely more probably would than just to get into JF. It would be an idiotic reason to get a vaccine though.

Idiots apparently need idiotic reasons, if illness, hospitalization or death isn’t enough.

[swag]

Idiots apparently need idiotic reasons, if illness, hospitalization or death isn’t enough.

A free beer, a free donut, a pound of crawfish, and an entry into the state vaccine lottery. We're trying all sorts of stupid stuff.

[SoCalFestLover]

1,000 infected with Covid following Netherlands Music Festival. More expected.

https://twitter.com/DrEricDing/status/1415270906184835079

[danlachman]

Definitely more probably would than just to get into JF. It would be an idiotic reason to get a vaccine though.

There is no such thing as an idiotic reason to get a vaccine. As far as I am concerned, anything that will get more people to get shots is a good thing.

[mateus]

Idiots apparently need idiotic reasons, if illness, hospitalization or death isn’t enough.

Maybe this is the info they need: https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/2021...se-impotence#1

[Nancy10016]

I take it you mean those that don't live here? Not a lot but some. And plenty of musicians.

Yeah, I'd think most musicians would get the vaccine (if they are able with medical concerns) just so they can feel better about getting out to play in front of a live audience... It's all about the music and the audience for so many.

Just keeping positive thoughts that Fest will go on as scheduled.

[innertube]

I don't see it happening unless they are forced to by the city or the state.

And I also don't see many people in this backward state getting vaxed just so they can go to the Jazz Fest.

With all this name calling in this thread I am beginning to believe that some of you are the kind of person to tell me not to eat that extra scoop of ice-cream because I am too fat already?

Not sure who you are calling “backward” in this state? Just don’t forget that New Orleans is in Louisiana.
And some of you also need to look at the stats as to who is not getting vaccinated in Louisiana and other states.
There is lots of talk about who is spreading what? Just the other day some heroes from Texas flew on a plan to Washington…posted a photo of their smiling faces with no mask. Now several of them have tested positive for Covid after meeting with America’s Vice-President. Now are they really sick or did they just test positive? I think some Yankee players have also tested positive but they showed no symptoms. So my question to myself is…If a vaccinated person can still contact Covid can they still spread it? Perhaps we will find out?
Stay safe…

[SoCalFestLover]

Just keeping positive thoughts that Fest will go on as scheduled.

Oh, I think it will go on as scheduled. Just look at Japan and the Olympics. They're Full Steam Ahead.

Jazz Fest is not going to make all these plans and arrangements with scheduling for a 2nd time, and not follow through. They have a little statement about the ticketholder assuming all risks, and that's going to be their fall back.

But I don't think those who want to attend the Fest have anything to really worry about. Other than perhaps catching Covid, and for some, it may still be worth it.

[swag]

With all this name calling in this thread I am beginning to believe that some of you are the kind of person to tell me not to eat that extra scoop of ice-cream because I am too fat already?

Not sure who you are calling “backward” in this state? Just don’t forget that New Orleans is in Louisiana.
And some of you also need to look at the stats as to who is not getting vaccinated in Louisiana and other states.
There is lots of talk about who is spreading what? Just the other day some heroes from Texas flew on a plan to Washington…posted a photo of their smiling faces with no mask. Now several of them have tested positive for Covid after meeting with America’s Vice-President. Now are they really sick or did they just test positive? I think some Yankee players have also tested positive but they showed no symptoms. So my question to myself is…If a vaccinated person can still contact Covid can they still spread it? Perhaps we will find out?
Stay safe…

They had planned to re-test them with more accurate tests, but at least one of the legislators has reported some mild symptoms.

To answer your question. Yes, a fully vaccinated person can still contract the virus, can still spread the virus, can still get symptoms, can still require hospitalization, and can still die.

But the odds of that happening to them is VASTLY lower than for someone who is not vaccinated.

And the miniscule risk of serious complications from the vaccine are dwarfed by the risks of Covid itself.

There are a relatively small number of people with immune system or other conditions that may need to avoid the vaccine, but for everyone else, getting the vaccine is by far the better choice for their own health. And for the health of others.

[Marignygregg]

Dow Jones dropped over 800 points this morning due to new Covid concerns. Unemployment in Louisiana going to end in 12 days. My happy meter is heading South.