Underlying the arguments is the strong sense of being an individual. This individualism is partially the reason that the United States is one of the few developed countries without a universal health care system.
In a candid interview with The Steve Shannon Morning Show, Mayor Walt Maddox said we are facing “the most pivotal 2 weeks in Tuscaloosa’s history" as the City of Tuscaloosa prepares for the continued spread of the novel Coronavirus.
Ainsworth concluded the release by affirming that masks should be worn in an effort to curb further outbreaks, but he simply does not agree with enforcement in that area.
This comes as an addition to her "Safer at Home" order, which seeks to protect Alabama's communities through rigorous hygiene and social distancing policies. Her decision for the mandate was based on the rising cases of COVID-19 across the state.
Walmart is not the first retail giant to enforce a mask policy in its stores. Other stores with similar mandates include the Apple Store, Dollar Tree, Starbucks and Costco.
Alabama's Primary Runoff Election is right around the corner, and Secretary of State John Merrill wants to make sure every vote is counted – even the ones sent from home.