1/x I want to mention something to the people of Arkansas that I believe will be encouraging to them. Many of you have watched @AsaHutchinson ‘s press conferences and seen presentations by Dr. Nate Smith, the state’s Secretary of Health at @ADHPIO . However, for many ... #arpx
2/x of you, this may be the first time you’ve seen Nate. If so, it is easy to miss what an amazing asset he is for our state. Nate is an MD but he also has a Masters degree in Public Health. He is a specialist in Infectious Disease and served on the mission field... #arpx
4/x is a personal friend of many national health leaders and is a respected expert in his field (which is one way we are able to so quickly get information). Think about this: the Secretary of Health position is an appointed position, any number of people could be at the #arpx
5/x helm of our state health department during this pandemic. Who better than a nationally known Infectious Disease expert with experience in global health? Our state is very, very fortunate to have him. Nate is not on Twitter, but I would recommend ... #arpx
6/6 that you thank him the next time you see him. I do, and I see him almost every day. I cannot imagine a better Secretary of Health for us to have at this very crucial moment. Thanks, Nate. God bless you for your service. We owe you. #COVID19 #coronavirus #arpx
