Welcome to another edition of FT Now! As the country grapples with how
to re-open, three former GOP governors are out with a timely op-ed
explaining why certain states are already ahead on the road to recovery.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is eyeing a move to Texas, which seems like a pretty
good idea given the Lone Star State's success at battling the COVID-19
crisis. Last but not least, liberal darling Andrew Cuomo is punishing
all those out-of-state healthcare workers who rushed to New York's aid.
Yes, really.  Read more below!

What Happened:

Former Governors Scott Walker, Haley Barbour, and Susana Martinez
published an op-ed this week explaining why states led by GOP governors
are better positioned for an economic comeback.

Why You Should Care:

The road to recovery in a post-COVID era affects every American. As the
governors write, "By enacting sound fiscal management, pro-growth
policies and common-sense conservative reforms in good times, Republican
governors have put their states and citizens on a speedier pathway to
renewed prosperity."

What Happens Next:

We watch and learn from GOP states!

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Gov. Abbott: Tesla is "Genuinely Interested in Texas"

What Happened:

Speaking of red states leading the recovery...Tesla CEO Elon Musk made
news this week by saying he's so frustrated with California's
handling of the COVID-19 crisis, he's thinking about moving his
business to the Lone Star State!

Why You Should Care:

Musk's frustration stems from his desire to get his company - and
employees - back to work. California is preventing him from doing so -
which is not necessarily something struggling Americans want to hear
right now. No wonder Texas, under Gov. Abbott, is starting to look so
attractive.

What Happens Next:

Will Tesla actually move to Texas? Only time will tell, but Governor
Abbott is guiding his state to be one of the nation's top success
stories, that's for sure!

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Liberal Darling Andrew Cuomo Treats Volunteer Healthcare Workers A
Another Tax Source

What Happened:

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has received no shortage of glowing media
attention these last few weeks. But is anyone talking about his plan to
tax out-of-state healthcare workers who volunteered their time - and
risked their health - by rushing to the aid of sick New Yorkers?

Why You Should Care:

It's a stunning example of cold-heartedness. Cuomo has already
admitted he's not stopping the tax because he needs the money to help
plug his $13 billion deficit. In other words, he's punishing these
volunteers as a way to try and fix his own budget problems.

What Happens Next:

Maybe the media will hold him accountable? Then again...maybe not.

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Thank you for reading this week's edition of FT Now.

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