As we start seeing more and more areas order restaurants and bars to close I hope we dont see more of this. I do expect it though. I expect a lot of people to try to resist these orders. Let's hope not. This is pretty absurd and sad
http://www.msn.com/en-us/music/cele...ose-despite-city-order/ar-BB11gEoa?ocid=ientp
"We appreciate the efforts of Mayor Cooper to combat the COVID-19 virus, but unless there's a statewide mandate that directs all bars and restaurants to be closed, the request made by Mayor Cooper is unconstitutional as he is targeting a select group of businesses," the statement read.
Still, Smith says he's sympathetic to the people who have contracted the virus, but implied that the government is overstepping.
"[A] Tootsie's patron as immediate as last night, mentioned having lived through the polio epidemic and didn't recall such extreme measures being handed down in history," he said. "In response, Tootsies Orchid Lounge, Rippy's, Honky Tonk Central, Kid Rock's Big *** Honky Tonk & Steakhouse and The Diner will continue to remain open to serve the public until such statewide mandate is issued from the Governor of Tennessee."
http://www.msn.com/en-us/music/cele...ose-despite-city-order/ar-BB11gEoa?ocid=ientp
"We appreciate the efforts of Mayor Cooper to combat the COVID-19 virus, but unless there's a statewide mandate that directs all bars and restaurants to be closed, the request made by Mayor Cooper is unconstitutional as he is targeting a select group of businesses," the statement read.
Still, Smith says he's sympathetic to the people who have contracted the virus, but implied that the government is overstepping.
"[A] Tootsie's patron as immediate as last night, mentioned having lived through the polio epidemic and didn't recall such extreme measures being handed down in history," he said. "In response, Tootsies Orchid Lounge, Rippy's, Honky Tonk Central, Kid Rock's Big *** Honky Tonk & Steakhouse and The Diner will continue to remain open to serve the public until such statewide mandate is issued from the Governor of Tennessee."