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GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, January 21, 2021 (LifeSiteNews) — Last Wednesday, January 13, Michigan Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extended the state’s ban on indoor dining until February 1.
Whitmer has repeatedly argued that “the science” requires her to keep Michigan restaurants and bars closed in order to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
Indoor dining was first suspended in the state nearly three months ago. Hundreds of businesses have been forced to permanently close their doors since then.
Despite the massive job loss – and a Michigan Supreme Court ruling in October that found Whitmer’s actions unconstitutional – the first-term liberal has not relented in issuing what many Michiganians now consider “tyrannical” executive orders.
On Friday, January 15, hundreds of fed-up restaurant owners, state lawmakers, and grassroots activists gathered at the DeltaPlex, an entertainment venue located Grand Rapids, for a non-partisan rally to reopen the state.
Owner Joel Langlois opened his doors to the public at 6 p.m. Guests who came were able to buy gift cards from local restaurants that set up booths. Food and drinks were also available. Live music was played until 9:30 p.m. The festive
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