Thanks to our fearless governor for providing the following stellar examples of what NOT to say at a press conference:
Repeat Yourself
“It is the height of stupidity and the height of selfishness for any citizen to stay in Ocean City and put a burden on and risk the lives of first responders by being foolish, being stupid, or being selfish,” O’Malley said.
Run On … and On
“This is a mandatory evacuation order. It is not something that the mayor of Ocean City or I have ordered lightly. It has not been done in modern times and people need to get off the island of Ocean City and not be a burden to their fellow citizens or to first responders who are going to have plenty of other important work to do.”
Meanwhile, my wise and selfless in-laws are safely inland, dreading their next trip to the beach. In Baltimore, we’re preparing for several days of rain, some heavy winds and possible loss of power — nothing like what the coastal population will face. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.
