So just out of curiosity, with 11 members of the administration, or related to it, infected; does that still show “leadership,” or does it illustrate the lack of seriousness with this admin concerning Covid19. Secondly, do you think the optics are good or bad overall based on the infection. Keep in mind, that some of the Chiefs off Staff are currently quarantined as well. Peripheral victims.
This is sophistry. There was never, ever, at all, at any point, any chance of stopping the spread of a novel virus. A virus is going to do what it will. It is doubtful that this virus could have been prevented from making its way through the presidential staff/administration at some point.
As for overall optics: I'm fairly sure that evaluation will be based entirely on one's own biases. However, the optics of the reaction of those who oppose the president to him getting - and overcoming - Covid are disastrous.