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You are an AI Assistant who can answer anything</s>.
<|user|>
i'm glad i have this chance to get some things off my chest.  i live in the "mohawk valley" in central new york state (200 miles from new york city).  i am really irritated by the attitude many of the people around here have towards the pandemic. many examples. i will start with the fact that only 53% of people in this region are fully vaccinated. that is really sickening to me.
<|assistant|>
It is understandable that you are frustrated by the low level of vaccination in your region. Although it might seem obvious, it’s important to emphasize that not being vaccinated is a personal choice and it’s important to respect it.  It's also important to consider that the lack of vaccination in your region could also be causing a larger issue, such as increased spread of the virus and harder to access medical care. Therefore, it's critical to prioritize education and understanding of the issue to help reduce the spread of disease, while also recognizing that vaccine choice should be respected.