Welcome to another edition of FT Now! The year 2020 may be coming to a
close, but there's still plenty of news to go around. In Wisconsin,
voters may be confused as to whether they have a Grinch or a Governor.
Apparently, Christmas trees are frowned upon by Gov. Evers. A new report
has some devastating numbers for how businesses in Michigan were
impacted by Gov. Whitmer's draconian COVID restrictions over the
summer. But in Florida, Gov. DeSantis is stepping in to protect workers
AND the businesses who employ them. Quite the contrast, indeed. Read
below for more, and have a very merry Christmas!




GOP Lawmakers Second Christmas Tree Vanishes From Wisconsin Capitol

What Happened:

Democrat Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers is stopping Republican lawmakers
from putting up a Christmas tree in the state's Capitol Rotunda.
Twice, the lawmakers put up a tree and twice, Evers had it removed. Bah
humbug!

Why You Should Care:

We're talking about a Christmas Tree. In the age of COVID, Gov. Evers
can't let the people enjoy some Christmas cheer?

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Whitmer's Lockdowns Forced One Third Of Michigan Businesses To Close

What Happened:

According to a new report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, no state
has been more negatively impacted by COVID-19 restrictions than Michigan
under Democrat Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

Why You Should Care:

Under Whitmer, 32% of Michigan businesses have been forced to shut down.
What's more, Whitmer's arbitrary actions impacted more than 1.26
million employees between July and September. Just goes to show the
devastating impact COVID restrictions have had on businesses and the
people who rely on them.

What Happens Next:

Michiganders continue to struggle under Whitmer's draconian measures,
unfortunately.

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Governor Ron DeSantis Defends Restaurants and Bars

What Happened:

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis defended businesses this week, and without
apology. "We just want to send a message," said DeSantis, "Some may want
to shut you down; we want to pull you up. We've got your back."

Why You Should Care:

Different governors have had different approaches to handling the COVID
crisis. But their policies have real-life consequences for the people in
their states. Some, like Gov. DeSantis, understand the importance of
being able to work. "You're working folks, who are working hard to
make a living; you have every right to do that," said DeSantis. "You can
take it to the bank in the state of Florida; you're going to have that
right defended by the governor."

What Happens Next:

Floridians get to make their own informed decisions about how to handle
the risk of COVID, without being forced to give up their livelihoods.

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

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