"I'm grateful to be vaccinated and boosted"
Repeat after me...
You may have noticed that a certain segment of American politicians will (1) announce that they tested positive for COVID and (2) follow up with some expression of gratitude for the vaccines.
This is a collection of those pronouncements. They are relatively easy to find. You just have to do a search on Twitter with variations of “tested positive grateful vaccinated” or “tested positive thankful,” etc.
Most of the tweets that come up are from politicians or (increasingly) people making fun of the politicians.
When you see all the tweets together, it definitely looks like they are part of a coordinated campaign.
Almost all the politicians were Democrats. Only two were Republican.
Here’s the list:
Gretchen Whitmer, Governor of Michigan (D):
Governor Gretchen Whitmer@GovWhitmer
This evening, I tested positive for COVID-19. Thankfully, I am only experiencing mild symptoms after being fully vaccinated and twice boosted, and I encourage my fellow Michiganders to get vaccinated and boosted, too.
My full statement is below:
2:38 AM · Aug 9, 2022
274 Reposts · 3.35K Likes
Governor Gretchen Whitmer@GovWhitmer
Just a quick check-in! I’m a little congested, but still working hard for Michigan from home. I’m so grateful that being vaccinated and boosted has kept my symptoms mild. Thank you for all the well wishes!
7:35 PM · Aug 9, 2022
234 Reposts · 3.88K Likes
Ayanna Pressley, House Rep from Massachuetts (D):
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley@RepPressley
Today, I received a positive, breakthrough COVID-19 test result. Thankfully, my symptoms are mild & I'm grateful to be fully vaccinated & boosted.
I'm currently isolating & following all health protocols.
My full statement: pressley.house.gov/media/press-re…
8:53 PM · Dec 31, 2021
148 Reposts · 2.25K Likes
Stacey Abrams, former member of the Georgia House of Reps, candidate for governor of Georgia (D):
Stacey Abrams@staceyabrams
This morning I took my daily COVID test and tested positive for COVID-19. Before my speech yesterday, I tested negative. Today I’m experiencing mild symptoms, and I’m grateful to have been vaccinated and boosted.
2:29 PM · Aug 10, 2022
1.3K Reposts · 20.7K Likes
Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House (D):
Nancy Pelosi@TeamPelosi
I tested positive for COVID and am
asymptomatic. Thank you for your many kind wishes. I am grateful for them and to be vaccinated.
Please get vaccinated and boosted if you haven’t already. COVID is still a public health challenge. Let’s keep up the fight to protect our care.-NP
5:31 PM · Apr 7, 2022
2.56K Reposts · 24.5K Likes
Susan Rice, Director of the US Domestic Policy Council under Joe Biden (D):
Susan Rice@AmbRice46
This morning I tested positive for COVID-19. I’m feeling fine and grateful to be vaccinated and double boosted. I last saw the President in person on Wednesday—masked—and under CDC guidance he is not considered a close contact.
5:02 PM · May 9, 2022
98 Reposts · 732 Likes
Kamala Harris, Vice President (D):
Vice President Kamala Harris@VP
Today I tested positive for COVID-19. I have no symptoms, and I will continue to isolate and follow CDC guidelines. I’m grateful to be both vaccinated and boosted.
6:50 PM · Apr 26, 2022
5.39K Reposts · 78.8K Likes
Douglas Emhoff, Second Gentleman of the US, aka Kamala Harris’s husband (D):
Douglas Emhoff@SecondGentleman
I tested positive for COVID. My symptoms are mild and I’m grateful to be both vaccinated and boosted.
If you have yet to get vaccinated and boosted, please don’t wait.
vaccines.gov
Find COVID‑19 vaccine locations near you
11:47 PM · Mar 15, 2022
906 Reposts · 11.3K Likes
Here’s Kamala Harris speaking on behalf of her husband:
Vice President Kamala Harris@VP
Earlier today, the @SecondGentleman tested positive for COVID-19. Doug is doing fine and we are grateful to be vaccinated and boosted. I have tested negative and will continue to test.
Please get vaccinated and boosted if you haven't already.
12:35 AM · Mar 16, 2022
2.24K Reposts · 21.1K Likes
Adam Schiff, House Rep from California (D):
Adam Schiff@RepAdamSchiff
This evening, I unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19.
I'm feeling fine, and grateful to be vaccinated and boosted. In the coming days, I will quarantine and follow CDC guidelines.
And remember, please get vaccinated!
12:20 AM · Apr 6, 2022
3.19K Reposts · 35K Likes
John Yarmuth, House Rep from Kentucky (D):
Rep. John Yarmuth@RepJohnYarmuth
This morning, I tested positive for COVID. Thankfully, I am fully vaccinated, double-boosted, and am experiencing no symptoms other than a light cough. I’ll continue to follow CDC guidelines and will be working from home for the remainder of this week. Stay safe, everyone!
2:17 PM · Aug 4, 2022
32 Reposts · 213 Likes
Barack Obama, former US President (D):
Barack Obama@BarackObama
I just tested positive for COVID. I’ve had a scratchy throat for a couple days, but am feeling fine otherwise. Michelle and I are grateful to be vaccinated and boosted, and she has tested negative.
It’s a reminder to get vaccinated if you haven’t already, even as cases go down.
7:35 PM · Mar 13, 2022
29.1K Reposts · 350K Likes
Hillary Clinton, former Secretary of State, former Senator of NY (D):
Hillary Clinton@HillaryClinton
Well, I've tested positive for COVID. I've got some mild cold symptoms but am feeling fine. I'm more grateful than ever for the protection vaccines can provide against serious illness. Please get vaccinated and boosted if you haven't already!
10:30 PM · Mar 22, 2022
11.2K Reposts · 148K Likes
Gavin Newsom, Governor of California (D):
Gavin Newsom@GavinNewsom
This AM, I tested positive for COVID-19 and am currently experiencing mild symptoms. Grateful to be vaccinated & for treatments like Paxlovid.
I’m following health guidelines and will be isolating while I work remotely.
Wishing everyone a safe & healthy Memorial Day weekend.
10:30 PM · May 28, 2022
1.03K Reposts · 11.6K Likes
Deb Haaland, Secretary of the Interior, former House Rep from New Mexico (D):
Secretary Deb Haaland@SecDebHaaland
Unfortunately, I tested positive for COVID-19 today. I feel fine and am grateful to be fully vaccinated and twice boosted. I hope everyone stays current on their vaccinations so that, if they are exposed, they too will have milder symptoms.
8:44 PM · Jun 1, 2022
190 Reposts · 2.82K Likes
Pramila Jayapal, House Rep from Washington (D):
Rep. Pramila Jayapal@RepJayapal
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I’m experiencing flu-like symptoms at the moment, and in accordance with CDC guidelines, I will be isolating and working remotely for the people of Washington’s Seventh District. I’m grateful to be vaccinated and double-boosted.
2:12 AM · May 15, 2022
269 Reposts · 3.45K Likes
Alex Padilla, Senator from California (D):
Senator Alex Padilla@SenAlexPadilla
As I do regularly, I tested yesterday for COVID. Late last night, I received a positive test result with a breakthrough case. I’m asymptomatic and grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted.
1:37 PM · Mar 1, 2022
122 Reposts · 2.1K Likes
Alex Padilla tested positive again a few months later:
Senator Alex Padilla@SenAlexPadilla
After experiencing mild symptoms, I tested positive for Covid this morning (yes, again). I’m grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted, and will be working from home for the time being.
Stay safe this 4th of July weekend!
9:26 PM · Jul 1, 2022
27 Reposts · 336 Likes
Raja Krishnamoorthi, House Rep from Illinois (D):
Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi@CongressmanRaja
Despite testing negative earlier this week, I have unfortunately tested positive for COVID-19. I feel fine, and I’m grateful I was able to get vaccinated & boosted to protect me from a severe case. I will be isolating & following CDC guidelines. Please, get vaccinated & boosted!
11:16 AM · Apr 8, 2022
136 Reposts · 1.16K Likes
Jeanne Shaheen, Senator from New Hampshire (D):
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen@SenatorShaheen
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I’m abiding by all public health protocols to quarantine. Grateful for 3 shots that made this a mild case, and a reminder to all who have not been vaccinated to do so ASAP.
11:39 PM · Mar 13, 2022
161 Reposts · 1.01K Likes
Tina Kotek, former Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives, now running for governor of Oregon (D):
Tina Kotek@TinaKotek
Today I tested positive for COVID-19. I'm resting and taking it easy for a few days. Grateful to be vaccinated and boosted!
10:40 PM · Jul 5, 2022
25 Reposts · 556 Likes
Josh Stein, Attorney General of North Carolina (D):
Josh Stein@JoshStein_
Unfortunately, I tested positive for Covid-19 this afternoon. I’m grateful to be fully vaccinated and twice boosted, and fortunately, I’m asymptomatic. I’ll be lying low & working from home for a few days per the CDC recommendations. I encourage everyone to get vaccinated!
1:52 AM · May 17, 2022
38 Reposts · 792 Likes
Keith Ellison, Attorney General of Minnesota (D):
Attorney General Keith Ellison@AGEllison
I tested positive for Covid this morning. I’m feeling fine and grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted. I’ll be isolating and working from home over the holiday week and am already looking forward to next year's 4th of July events.
3:52 PM · Jul 3, 2022
27 Reposts · 270 Likes
Daniella Levine Cava, Mayor of Miami-Dade (D):
Daniella Levine Cava@MayorDaniella
This morning, I took a COVID-19 test as standard protocol after experiencing mild symptoms.
Unfortunately, I tested positive.
I’m grateful that I’m fully vaccinated and boosted. I will be following all CDC guidelines and quarantining at home.
2:19 PM · Feb 18, 2022
61 Reposts · 528 Likes
Tina Smith, Senator from Minnesota (D):
Senator Tina Smith@SenTinaSmith
Tonight I tested positive for COVID and am experiencing mild symptoms. I am following the CDC’s guidelines, and I am incredibly grateful to be vaccinated and boosted. Looking forward to getting back to the Senate as soon as possible.
11:28 PM · Jul 20, 2022
63 Reposts · 907 Likes
Teresa Leger Fernandez, US House of Rep from New Mexico (D):
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández@RepTeresaLF
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I am fully vaccinated and boosted and grateful that I have very mild symptoms for now. I will isolate and work remotely for the people of New Mexico.
1:27 AM · Jul 12, 2022
18 Reposts · 339 Likes
Jena Griswold, Secretary of State of Colorado (D):
Jena Griswold@JenaGriswold
On Sunday, I tested positive on a rapid test for COVID. I am only feeling mild symptoms thanks to the vaccine. I’m grateful to be vaccinated and boosted!
7:00 PM · Jan 10, 2022
30 Reposts · 686 Likes
Marty Walsh, US Secretary of Labor (D):
Secretary Marty Walsh@SecMartyWalsh
Today I tested positive for COVID-19. I’m grateful to be both vaccinated and boosted, and am only experiencing mild symptoms. I will continue to isolate and follow CDC guidelines as I look forward to a quick recovery.
12:45 AM · Jun 1, 2022
34 Reposts · 378 Likes
Andrea Stewart-Cousins, Majority Leader of the New York State Senate (D):
Sen. Stewart-Cousins@AndreaSCousins
I've tested positive for COVID-19, but fortunately, I'm feeling in good health and grateful to be vaccinated AND boosted. I strongly encourage you to protect yourself and your family by doing the same.
5:13 PM · Jul 11, 2022
22 Reposts · 153 Likes
Antonio Delgado, Lieutenant Governor of New York (D):
Congressman Antonio Delgado@repdelgado
Yesterday, I tested positive for COVID-19 and am currently experiencing mild symptoms. My full statement below:
2:47 PM · Dec 22, 2021
39 Reposts · 222 Likes
Betty McCollum, House of Rep from Minnesota (D):
Rep. Betty McCollum@BettyMcCollum04
After 2+ years, today I finally tested positive for Covid-19 for the first time. As of now, I feel okay and am quarantining at home. I will participate in this week’s House Appropriations Committee markups remotely. Grateful to be vaccinated and boosted!
8:04 PM · Jun 26, 2022
16 Reposts · 157 Likes
Carolyn Maloney, US House Rep from NY (D):
Carolyn B. Maloney@CarolynBMaloney
After taking a PCR test this morning, I have tested positive for COVID-19.
I am grateful to be vaccinated and twice boosted. I encourage all NYers to do so if they have not done so already.
4:25 PM · Apr 19, 2022
32 Reposts · 185 Likes
Lori Lightfoot, Mayor of Chicago (D):
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot@chicagosmayor
Earlier today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I am experiencing cold-like symptoms but otherwise feel fine which I credit to being vaccinated and boosted. I will continue to work from home while following the CDC guidelines for isolation.
8:40 PM · Jan 11, 2022
471 Reposts · 2.82K Likes
Joe Neguse, House Rep for Colorado (D):
Rep. Joe Neguse@RepJoeNeguse
Quick update on the health front — I’ve tested positive for COVID. Grateful to be experiencing only mild symptoms thanks to the vaccine & booster.
Will be working remotely — for all the Rules Committee nerds, remember we’ve got a hearing at 2 pm (tune in!)
Also, get vaccinated!
2:18 PM · Mar 15, 2022
55 Reposts · 805 Likes
Lisa Blunt Rochester, House Rep for Delaware (D):
Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester@RepLBR
This morning, after a routine test, I tested positive for COVID.
I’m grateful to be vaccinated and boosted and am experiencing very mild symptoms. I will be isolating and following CDC guidance on COVID protocols.
I encourage everyone to get vaccinated if you haven’t already!
3:47 PM · Apr 8, 2022
13 Reposts · 113 Likes
Rosa DeLauro, House Rep for Connecticut (D):
Rosa DeLauro@rosadelauro
While I tested negative earlier this week, today I tested positive for COVID-19. Thankfully, I am only experiencing mild symptoms & am grateful for the protection that comes from being vaccinated & boosted. I encourage everyone who is eligible to get vaccinated and get boosted.
7:01 PM · Mar 12, 2022
34 Reposts · 385 Likes
Young Kim, House Rep for California (R):
Young Kim@RepYoungKim
I just tested positive for COVID-19 and will be proxy voting as I monitor my symptoms. I am feeling fine and am grateful to be vaccinated and boosted. My team and I are continuing to work around the clock to serve #CA39 and I look forward to returning to work in person soon.
12:59 AM · Jan 9, 2022
53 Reposts · 370 Likes
Janeese Lewis George, Member of the Council of the District of Columbia (D):
Janeese Lewis George@Janeese4DC
Unfortunately, I tested positive for COVID before going into work this morning. Thankful to be fully vaccinated and boosted with only mild symptoms. And grateful that we have hybrid meetings so I can vote on the final DC budget today!
2:03 PM · Jun 7, 2022
9 Reposts · 266 Likes
David E. Price, House Rep for North Carolina (D):
Rep. David E. Price@RepDavidEPrice
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing mild cold-like symptoms. I am grateful to be vaccinated and boosted, and will follow CDC guidance to quarantine.
5:39 PM · May 21, 2022
20 Reposts · 236 Likes
Zoe Lofgren, Chair of the House Administration Committee (D):
Rep. Zoe Lofgren@RepZoeLofgren
As part of regular protocol after travel, I tested for COVID-19 this morning & got a positive result (after testing negative earlier this week). Thanks to protections from being vaccinated & boosted, I'm grateful to only be experiencing mild symptoms.
6:07 PM · Mar 13, 2022
28 Reposts · 325 Likes
Derek Kilmer, House Rep from Washington (D):
Rep. Derek Kilmer@RepDerekKilmer
Late this afternoon I tested positive for COVID after testing negative as recently as yesterday. I am currently asymptomatic - and I am grateful to be vaccinated and boosted. I will follow CDC guidance and isolate for the next several days. My office will remain fully operational
2:03 AM · Apr 7, 2022
21 Reposts · 172 Likes
Brad Lander, NYC Comptroller (D):
Comptroller Brad Lander@NYCComptroller
We all wish we were done with the virus, but alas the virus is not done with us.
I tested positive for COVID-19 this morning. I’m working from home with mild symptoms, grateful to be vaccinated & boosted.
Cases are rising again in NYC, please get vaccinated/boosted & take care.
3:40 PM · Mar 29, 2022
20 Reposts · 146 Likes
Jessica Gonzales-Rojas, Member of the New York State Assembly (D):
Jessica González-Rojas@votejgr
A few days ago, I tested positive for COVID. I have been isolating since & notifying those who I have been in contact.
Thankfully, I am vaxxed & boosted and am only experiencing very mild symptoms.
I am grateful the vaccine is working & encourage everyone to get vaccinated. 💉
10:27 PM · Jan 2, 2022
10 Reposts · 262 Likes
Sean Patrick Maloney, House Rep from New York (D):
Sean Patrick Maloney@RepSeanMaloney
This morning, I tested positive for COVID-19. While I am experiencing minor cold-like symptoms, I’m grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted, which is protecting me from more severe illness.
Please go get your vaccine and booster if you have not yet.
5:03 PM · Jan 11, 2022
94 Reposts · 1.11K Likes
Peter Welch, House Rep from Vermont (D):
Rep. Peter Welch@PeterWelch
This evening I tested positive for COVID. Thankfully, my symptoms,which started this morning, are mild. I am grateful for the protection I have from my vaccine and booster. If you're eligible, please get vaccinated & boosted.
I will be isolating and working from home this week.
12:05 AM · Mar 15, 2022
25 Reposts · 206 Likes
Raphael Warnock, Senator from Georgia (D):
Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock@SenatorWarnock
Late this afternoon after a routine test, I tested positive for COVID-19.
I’m so thankful to be both vaccinated & boosted, and at the advice of the Attending Physician I plan to isolate.
If you haven’t gotten your shot yet, I encourage you to do so.
11:28 PM · Apr 7, 2022
1.69K Reposts · 15.1K Likes
Jason Crow, House Rep from Colorado (D):
Rep. Jason Crow@RepJasonCrow
I just returned from an official congressional delegation visit to Ukraine and tested positive for a breakthrough COVID infection.
I’m thankful to be fully vaccinated and boosted and experiencing only mild symptoms (the vaccine is safe and effective).
2:23 AM · Dec 20, 2021
473 Reposts · 3.71K Likes
Hakeem Jeffries, House Rep for New York (D):
Hakeem Jeffries@RepJeffries
Quick health update: I tested positive for COVID but am not experiencing any symptoms.
Thankful to be fully vaccinated, boosted and working from home.
Look forward to being back in the community soon.
6:10 PM · Jun 22, 2022
479 Reposts · 5.28K Likes
Jackie Speier, House Rep from California (D):
Jackie Speier@RepSpeier
I have tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing mild, cold-like symptoms. I’m thankful to be vaccinated and double boosted.
9:10 PM · Apr 10, 2022
169 Reposts · 1.79K Likes
Jay Inslee, Governor of Washington (D):
Governor Jay Inslee@GovInslee
Today I tested positive for COVID-19. I have only very mild symptoms, and I'm thankful to be vaccinated and boosted. I hope all eligible Washingtonians consider getting their booster, which is our best tool for preventing serious illness.
8:34 PM · May 25, 2022
214 Reposts · 2.78K Likes
Madeleine Dean, House Rep for Pennsylvania (D):
Congresswoman Madeleine Dean@RepDean
This morning I tested positive for COVID. My symptoms are mild — similar to a seasonal cold — which I am thankful for and attribute to being three-times vaccinated.
If you can — please protect yourself from this virus by getting vaccinated, even as we come out of this pandemic.
2:08 PM · Mar 14, 2022
107 Reposts · 1.03K Likes
Richard Blumenthal, Senator from Connecticut (D):
Richard Blumenthal@SenBlumenthal
Unfortunately, I’ve tested positive for COVID. So this week, I’ll be working remotely. I’m not experiencing symptoms & am thankful to be fully vaccinated & boosted. If you haven’t gotten your shot or booster yet, make an appointment today!
2:02 PM · Jul 11, 2022
114 Reposts · 1.07K Likes
Claire Cronin, US Ambassador to Ireland (D):
Claire Cronin@USAmbIreland
While preparing to travel to Washington, DC, I tested positive for COVID. I am deeply disappointed to miss the in-person meeting between @POTUS and @MichealMartinTD, and the #StPatricksDay festivities with @DanMulhall. Thankful to be fully vaccinated and I am feeling well.
12:00 PM · Mar 16, 2022
15 Reposts · 731 Likes
Tammy Murphy, First Lady of New Jersey (D, formerly R):
Tammy Murphy@FirstLadyNJ
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I’m very grateful for all the well wishes.
Thankfully, I’m vaccinated and boosted and currently asymptomatic.
Take this as an opportunity to protect yourself – get vaccinated, boosted, wear a mask, and stay safe:
covid19.nj.gov
NJ Vaccine Appointment Finder
2:55 AM · Jan 3, 2022
52 Reposts · 600 Likes
Paul Deasy, Mayor of Flagstaff, Arizona (D):
Flagstaff Mayor Paul Deasy@MayorDeasy
I tested positive for Covid this morning after waking up with a mild sore throat. Thankful to be vaccinated so symptoms are so mild.
Please get tested if you have any symptoms whatsoever. What is mild to you can be deadly to others.
3:58 PM · Jan 5, 2022
17 Reposts · 272 Likes
Kweisi Mfume, House Rep from Maryland (D):
Kweisi Mfume@RepKweisiMfume
I tested positive for COVID-19 today, and fortunately, I am experiencing no symptoms. I am fully vaccinated, boosted, and thankful for the robust protection the vaccine has provided.
8:12 PM · May 6, 2022
6 Reposts · 84 Likes
Chuy Garcia, House Rep from Illinois (D):
Congressman Chuy García@RepChuyGarcia
My wife Evelyn and I have tested positive for COVID. We have mild symptoms and are quarantining. We are thankful to be vaccinated and boosted. Please get vaccinated and boosted if you haven’t done it yet. Keep wearing a mask and take care of yourself and your family.
5:42 PM · Dec 30, 2021
69 Reposts · 579 Likes
Troy Carter, House Rep from Louisiana (D):
Congressman Troy A. Carter@RepTroyCarter
I have tested positive for COVID-19 and am experiencing cold-like symptoms. I am so thankful to be fully vaccinated & boosted, measures which are highly protective against severe illness. If you are not yet vaccinated or boosted, please take this as a sign to get your shot today.
3:28 PM · Jan 19, 2022
17 Reposts · 95 Likes
Daniel Hernandez, House Rep from Arizona (D):
Daniel Hernandez Jr@danielforaz
Unfortunately, I have tested positive for a breakthrough case of COVID-19.
I'm thankful to be vaccinated and boosted, and am currently asymptomatic and quarantining at home.
Stay safe Arizona! Please get the vaccine and booster if you haven't already.
2:08 AM · Jan 14, 2022
31 Reposts · 473 Likes
Mandela Barnes, Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin (D):
Mandela Barnes@TheOtherMandela
I wanted to let you all know I tested positive for COVID-19. I am extremely thankful to be vaccinated and experiencing no symptoms. I'll be following CDC guidance and quarantining for the next 5 days. If you haven’t been vaccinated, now is a great time: vaccines.gov.
vaccines.gov
Find COVID‑19 vaccine locations near you
6:20 PM · Mar 16, 2022
13 Reposts · 108 Likes
Jasmine Crockett, House Rep from Texas (D):
Rep. Jasmine Crockett@JasmineForUS
Well… after almost 3 years with no infection… I just tested positive for Covid-19. My symptoms are mild and I’m quarantining. I’m thankful to modern science as I’m fully vaccinated & am praying for a complete recovery.
1:51 PM · Jun 23, 2022
20 Reposts · 356 Likes
Doris Matsui, House Rep from California (D):
Rep. Doris Matsui@DorisMatsui
Today, I tested positive with a breakthrough COVID-19 case. I’m fully vaccinated & received my booster shot in September. I’m only experiencing mild cold-like symptoms & I'm thankful for the protection provided by the vaccine.
I encourage everyone to get vaccinated & boosted.
7:39 PM · Dec 29, 2021
24 Reposts · 195 Likes
Lori Trahan, House Rep from Massachusetts (D):
Lori Trahan@RepLoriTrahan
I tested positive for COVID-19 this evening. I'm experiencing mild symptoms and thankful that I protected myself by getting vaccinated and boosted. If you haven't already, please do the same!
I'll be working remote this week, but my offices remain open and ready to assist you!
12:24 AM · Jul 12, 2022
11 Reposts · 118 Likes
Terra Lawson-Remer, San Diego County Board of Supervisors (D):
Supervisor Terra Lawson-Remer@SupLawsonRemer
Some news - I've tested positive for COVID. I'm isolating at home, grateful to be fully vaccinated and boosted, and thankful my parents are caring for my toddler. Being sick isn't fun, but without a vaccine, it would be much worse. Encouraging all to stay safe and get vaccinated.
6:00 PM · Jan 5, 2022
4 Reposts · 86 Likes
Susie Lee, House Rep from Nevada (D):
Rep. Susie Lee@RepSusieLee
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. I’m thankful to be fully vaccinated and boosted, and I am only experiencing mild symptoms.
I will be isolating and voting by proxy this week. My office remains fully operational and hard at work for NV-03 constituents.
4:56 PM · May 17, 2022
9 Reposts · 127 Likes
Jim Justice, Governor of West Virginia (R, formerly D):
Governor Jim Justice@WVGovernor
Tonight I tested positive for COVID-19.
While I was surprised that my test results came back positive, I’m thankful to the Lord above that I’ve been vaccinated, I’ve been boosted, and that I have an incredible support system, especially my loving family.
bit.ly
Gov. Justice tests positive for COVID-19
5:30 AM · Jan 12, 2022
92 Reposts · 611 Likes
Jen O’Malley Dillon, White House Chief of Staff (D):
Jen O'Malley Dillon@JOD46
Today in preparation for the President’s trip, I tested positive on a routine PCR test. I am thankful to be fully vaccinated and boosted, and am not currently experiencing any symptoms.
7:28 PM · Jul 12, 2022
18 Reposts · 145 Likes
Jim Strickland, mayor of Memphis (D):
Mayor Jim Strickland@MayorMemphis
After experiencing mild congestion, I tested positive today for COVID, but otherwise feeling well. I’m thankful for being vaccinated.
I’m isolating & conducting city business electronically.
Over 90% of Memphians being hospitalized are not vaccinated. Please get your vaccine.
11:42 PM · Sep 10, 2021
124 Reposts · 749 Likes
Sean Casten, House Rep from Illinois h/t Truth101 (D):
Rep. Sean Casten@RepCasten
Today, I tested positive for COVID-19. Thanks to the vaccine, I am fortunate to have only mild symptoms.
My full statement:
9:04 PM · Jan 8, 2022
38 Reposts · 453 Likes
Last but not least
Albert Bourla is not a politician (or is he?) but we have to include him because he’s the CEO of Pfizer:
Albert Bourla@AlbertBourla
I would like to let you know that I have tested positive for #COVID19. I am thankful to have received four doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, and I am feeling well while experiencing very mild symptoms. I am isolating and have started a course of Paxlovid.
11:52 AM · Aug 15, 2022
143 Reposts · 375 Likes
Here’s how I read this:
“I sell juice that’s supposed to help with COVID. It does something positive: trust me. The trials that we paid for, prove it. Even though I got COVID, it’s just a light version of COVID, so it doesn’t mean the juice isn’t working. And even though the juice is doing such a good job, I’m still gonna take this OTHER juice, Paxlovid, also brought to you by Pfizer.
Get your juices today! Paxlovid is only $530 a pop, but it’s FREE to you because the U.S. GOVERNMENT WILL PAY FOR IT! Health insurers too.
And I don’t mean that you’re actually paying for it in one way or another through higher taxes or health insurance premiums or inflation. IT’S JUST FREE!
Thank God for Pfizer, the U.S. government, and health insurance companies: everyone’s favorite institutions.”
Also reminder from April 2021 when Bourla said that their Phase 3 study in South Africa showed 100% efficacy in preventing COVID:
Albert Bourla@AlbertBourla
Excited to share that updated analysis from our Phase 3 study with BioNTech also showed that our COVID-19 vaccine was 100% effective in preventing #COVID19 cases in South Africa. 100%!
pfizer.com
Pfizer and BioNTech Confirm High Efficacy and No Serious Safety Concerns Through Up to Six Months Following Second Dose in Updated Topline Analysis of Landmark COVID-19 Vaccine Study | Pfizer
1:46 PM · Apr 1, 2021
644 Reposts · 1.13K Likes
That aged well.
Are these people ever going to realize how ridiculous they sound? And how long are people going to keep announcing that they’ve tested positive?
If there are any politicians that I’ve missed, post them in the comments below.
I've been waiting to get COVID so that I can be sassy like "I am grateful to not be vaccinated nor boosted so my symptoms are mild" but for some gosh darn reason I just haven't gotten COVID yet. Thanks, Dr. Zelenko.
They're reciting The Covid Prayer (or The Covid Catechism).