US Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power told an African audience Ebola has no greater friend than fear.
“We all hear those voices of fear in our heads. That is what makes us human. The challenge especially for leaders is not to let them rule us.”
Via Special Report:
But, Power wouldn’t even shake hands with Liberian President Sirleaf during her visit.
She offered an elbow bump instead.
Pic of bumping elbows—vs shaking hands—w/ Liberian Pres Sirleaf. Key part of #EbolaResponse is altering our behavior. pic.twitter.com/OcJ6bZEc6E
— Samantha Power (@AmbassadorPower) October 29, 2014