So here's my question: Many bars have already permanently gone out of business. More will with more time. That means real job losses. So are you advocating indefinite closings/bans on bars?
If not, what metrics would need to be met to allow them to reopen (at 50% capacity btw)?
I can understand arguing FL isn't there yet though their numbers look pretty consistent now for last month, but this seems more of a permanent lockdown mindset where no re-opening/risk allowed without any consideration for the costs.
I mean you're destroying people's lives. Businesses that they worked for a long time to build. Jobs that can't be replaced. You should at least weigh that reality when you're advocating for permanent closings regardless of the situation on the ground.
Last few months has been very revealing about the level of privilege among some in the press. They work from home so don't notice/cover the impact of continued closures. They don't live in the poor neighborhoods getting destroyed so they pretend riots aren't a big deal. etc.
Correct. There are real health consequences to closures and limitations on socialization. That doesn't mean it's an easy decision either way or that we ignore the costs of Covid-19 spread, but you have to honestly evaluate costs on both sides.
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