Re: “Distrust of vaccines: Across state, some won’t be swayed” (May 16, Page A1):

In reading your recent article about COVID vaccination hesitancy, and similar reports elsewhere, a common reason why people chose not to be vaccinated is a perceived lack of proof that it is safe.

One person quoted in your article said that she wouldn’t be vaccinated “until I see more concrete evidence down the road.” Sadly, surveys show that, for many, this doubt correlates with their political party affiliation, in similar percentages to those who believe the presidential election was stolen.

It’s too bad that those who now want evidence and facts to decide about vaccination didn’t have the same need when they decided to believe the Big Lie.

Gary Massanek
Topsham