Governor Roy Cooper

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

We're grateful for Earlie’s service to our country and his willingness to share why he got the COVID-19 vaccine. Our state hopes that all North Carolinians can be as brave as Earlie and get their shot when it’s their spot. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

North Carolina has been fighting COVID-19 for nearly a year now. But hope is on the horizon as we're getting more and more shots into people's arms every day. Let's keep taking steps to protect one another so we can get to the other side of this pandemic. https://t.co/44ueP5hnNX — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Heavy rains and floods from Tropical Storm Eta left a deadly path of destruction and many of our communities need help recovering. This federal assistance would help them as they rebuild their homes and businesses. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

We're grateful for our educators and school personnel who've worked to make sure our children continue to learn throughout this pandemic. Starting Feb. 24, North Carolinians who work in PreK-12 schools or child care will be eligible to get their shot. https://t.co/QNHw8PpX5y — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

This pandemic continues to strain communities across our state, and this investment of federal funds in critical areas will help us defeat COVID-19 and build back a stronger and more resilient North Carolina. - RC https://t.co/7lGpsVq7um — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Our frontline workers are essential. Gov. Cooper outlined a timeline for Group 3 essential workers to get the vaccine beginning with child care and Pre K-12 workers starting Feb. 24. The state will move to more frontline workers in Group 3 on March 10. https://t.co/FQan5QQMbi https://t.co/IAfnuxHXvW — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

If we double down on our prevention efforts, we can save more lives even before vaccines help us turn the corner on this pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

In the meantime, there are still steps we must take to keep ourselves and each other safe. You’ve heard us say it many times before, but it’s because it matters so much. Wear your mask any time you leave your house. Stay six feet apart. Wash your hands. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

I know that people are frustrated and more than ready for their vaccine. I know a lot of people want to be next. I look forward to the day it’s my turn. I appreciate the hard work of health care workers across our state to quickly and fairly get these shots into people’s arms. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Yesterday, the Biden Administration told us that each state would receive 5 percent more vaccine, which amounts to about 7,500 more doses in North Carolina this week. The more vaccines we can get, the better off we are. And we’re going to keep pushing for that every day. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

I am proud of North Carolina’s success in getting all of our first dose shots in arms each week before the next shipment comes. We want to keep that up. As of last night, the state has administered almost 1.5 million vaccines. And we are continuing to push for more. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Moving to the next phase is good news. The challenge continues to be the very limited supply of vaccine. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Starting with a smaller number of Group 3 frontline workers helps providers streamline vaccine distribution effectively and efficiently. Providers can start distributing the vaccine methodically for essential workers while continuing to vaccinate those currently eligible. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Our child care providers have remained open since the beginning of this pandemic to care for children as parents went to their jobs. I am grateful to all of our educators and school personnel for going above and beyond in this pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Essential workers are just that – essential. They've worked throughout this pandemic. We know educators can continue to work safely before being vaccinated as long as schools follow state health guidance. Students can be back in schools safely now. That’s what I want them to do. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

On Feb. 24, educators will be the first in Group 3 to be eligible to get their shot. This includes teachers, principals, childcare providers, bus drivers, custodial and cafeteria staff and others in our pre-K-12 schools and childcare centers. We anticipate it'll be ~240K people. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Beginning February 24, the state will expand eligibility to Group 3, starting with educators and school personnel and expanding to additional Group 3 frontline workers on March 10. This allows us to balance the number of people with limited supply to ensure we use up our doses. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Health workers, long-term care staff and residents and people aged 65 and up are still getting first and second vaccinations, and that will keep happening even after the next phase starts. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Right now, providers are continuing to vaccinate health workers, long-term care staff and residents and people aged 65 and up. It’s critical to get this age group vaccinated as more than 80% of COVID deaths happen to people 65 and up. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

As of today, we have had 805,898 lab-confirmed cases; 3,833 new cases reported since yesterday; 2,291 people in the hospital; and sadly 10,181 people who have died. Our prayers are with those who have lost loved ones or who are still battling this virus. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Updates from Gov. Cooper's COVID-19 briefing: — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Gov. Cooper and members of the Coronavirus Task Force will share updates on COVID-19 at 2 PM. Watch live here: https://t.co/r08LGgNhA7 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

We're praying for everyone in North Carolina and across the country who has lost friends, neighbors, family members and coworkers to this cruel virus. It’s up to all of us to take the steps to slow the spread and save lives. https://t.co/4HekybaS41 — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Gov. Cooper and the Coronavirus Task Force will share updates on COVID-19 at 2 PM today. Watch it LIVE on the Governor's Twitter and Facebook pages. https://t.co/D1n5zNAq9V — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

North Carolina is committed to addressing the inequities in our healthcare system. That starts with making sure that everyone has access to the vaccine and reaching out to our underserved communities. https://t.co/s34Cakc1DW — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

North Carolina is committed to making the vaccine distribution process as equitable as possible. Communities of color have been disproportionately impacted by this pandemic, and we're working to ensure everybody has a spot to get their shot. https://t.co/x1rIKGvCnF — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

In the meantime, we have to keep wearing our masks and doing the things we know work to slow the spread of the virus. If we keep doing what works, I know we’ll get through this. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

I know all of this is hard, and I want people to know that I’m committed to making sure that vaccine gets to every North Carolinian as quickly and fairly as possible. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

We know there’s still not enough vaccine supply to vaccinate the millions of people who need it. We’re pushing for more. And today on a call with the Biden Administration’s Coronavirus team we were told NC would get another five percent increase in vaccine supply this week. — PolitiTweet.org

Governor Roy Cooper @NC_Governor

Today’s order gives the department authority to expand types of providers to administer vaccines. I’m ordering state officials to marshal all state resources, including property, facilities & personnel, upon request by NCDHHS, to help with vaccination efforts as supply increases. — PolitiTweet.org