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1,650,000/98,000 1,660,000/98,000 prescribed by the guidelines. Obviously if some states don't do that, there is always a risk that you may have a resurgence." Fauci remains one of the most trusted people in America precisely because he steers clear of divisive partisanship and delivers objective data. A Quinnipiac poll released this week shows his approval rating is 68 percent, 26 points higher than Trump's. Even a majority of Republicans (51 percent) approve of the job Fauci is doing. It is easy to figure out why. As he puts it, he makes certain to "give the best public health advice and guidance based on data, based on science and based on evidence." Fauci has conveyed lifesaving information to millions of Americans, avoiding hype and hyperbole. Managing to stay in an administration that has consistently demonstrated its hostility to science without sacrificing candor is no easy feat. His ability to communicate scientific information effectively is reflected in the overwhelming number of Americans who are following his advice (e.g., wearing masks) and in their determination to avoid excessively risky behavior. Fauci has no doubt saved countless lives by encouraging Americans to follow social-distancing measures and by acting as a restraint on the president, who remains a menace to public health. Moreover, Fauci has restored our faith that facts do matter to the vast majority of Americans. For all that we can say, stay healthy and well done, Dr. Fauci. .............................................................................. Teleconference with CDC and others from HHS in anticipation of an MMWR coming out on Tuesday showing that there was not widespread infection in the USA that was unnoticed (i.e. in Dec. 2019 and early Jan. 2020). CDC is a bit defensive since some have said that they missed community spread that was going on for some time. May 25, 2020 - Global - 5,200,000/339,000; USA - 1,650,000/98,000 Will discuss on today's group call (Fauci, Corey,Mascola,Lane, Erbelding, Dieffenbach, Marston, Conrad) the conference call with Pharma to take place on Wednesday. May 26, 2020 - Global - 5,300,000/345,000; USA - 1,660,000/98,000 Still no clearances for press. Spoke last night with Chris Cuomo who feels that they do not want me out there since I remind people of the challenge of COVID-19 and the administration does not want that to be the topis. The topic for them is opening up the economy, no matter what the consequences. Deb Birx out there losing credibility with the community.