By all means light a candle, we should remember all who have died, we should acknowledge and share the grief so many families are going through. We should show our gratitude to all who are working hard to save lives. We should show solidarity with those working to keep vital ..

services active. Yes, lighting candles is a nice token, it shows awareness, it shows togetherness, community and empathy. However, don't let the light of your candles blind you to the fact that many holding candles (to great media fanfair) did nothing to prepare for #COVID19

In fact they made deliberate decisions which hampered the fight against #Covid19. So again, light your candle, and thank you, but don't let it blind you.