Not sure how an order to stay at home adds much to closure of high-risk settings plus gathering ban when nonessential retail is still open. I assume this is just a messaging tactic, given that the order itself amounts to “stay at home unless you feel like shopping at the mall.”
The prohibition on outdoor dining & closure of outdoor playgrounds, etc. is also an odd move.
I assume part of the thinking is that closure of (low risk) non-essential retail doesn’t provide much benefit & disproportionately harms small businesses b/c most big box stores can stay open by selling some essentials.
But there was pressure to *do more* so you get an order to stay at home except you can leave for any purpose other than attending a prohibited gathering or going to a closed business.
• • •
Missing some Tweet in this thread? You can try to
force a refresh
