Opportunity Lost

   The president botched an excellent opportunity during a press conference on the corona virus status when NBC correspondent Peter Alexander asked, "What would you say to the American people who are scared?"
   But instead of reassuring the public during the nationally televised session that there is no need to panic, but there is a need to work together toward dealing with the crisis, the president resorted to a personal attack:
   "I would say you're a terrible reporter," the president said. And went downhill from there.
   It was a fair and legitimate question, since many people are frightened because of the mounting infections and deaths. Clearly, however, the president has taken a personal dislike to this particular reporter, and took this opportunity to attack the journalist rather than answer the question. Perhaps because he does not have an answer, which in itself speaks volumes about his own abilities and knowledge.